Serving 630 students in grades 6-8, Dimmitt Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dimmitt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dimmitt Middle School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dimmitt Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dimmitt Middle School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1881 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
25%
5%
White
9%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimmitt Middle School's ranking?
Dimmitt Middle School is ranked #1881 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Dimmitt Middle School often compared to?
Dimmitt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nelsen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dimmitt Middle School?
630 students attend Dimmitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Dimmitt Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dimmitt Middle School?
Dimmitt Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dimmitt Middle School offer ?
Dimmitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dimmitt Middle School part of?
Dimmitt Middle School is part of Renton School District.
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