Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, Chinook 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 16% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chinook Middle School's student population of 620 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chinook Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinook Middle School is 0.76, 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
#1932 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
40%
27%
Black
19%
5%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Highline School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinook Middle School's ranking?
Chinook Middle School is ranked #1932 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chinook Middle School often compared to?
Chinook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Middle School, Sylvester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chinook Middle School?
620 students attend Chinook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Chinook Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chinook Middle School?
Chinook Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chinook Middle School offer ?
Chinook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chinook Middle School part of?
Chinook Middle School is part of Highline School District.
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