Serving 746 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 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (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
School Overview
Chinook Middle School's student population of 746 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
746 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
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 0.75, 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
#1242 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
29%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
North Thurston School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Orcas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinook Middle School's ranking?
Chinook Middle School is ranked #1242 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 Aspire Middle School, Komachin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chinook Middle School?
746 students attend Chinook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Chinook Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chinook Middle School?
Chinook Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than 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 North Thurston School District.
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