Serving 768 students in grades 6-8, Issaquah Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Issaquah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Issaquah Middle School's student population of 768 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Issaquah Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Issaquah Middle School is 0.71, 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
#456 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
47%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Issaquah Middle School's ranking?
Issaquah Middle School is ranked #456 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Issaquah Middle School?
768 students attend Issaquah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Issaquah Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Issaquah Middle School?
Issaquah Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Issaquah Middle School offer ?
Issaquah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Issaquah Middle School part of?
Issaquah Middle School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Issaquah Middle School located?
Issaquah Middle School is located in the Olde Town neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Olde Town.
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