Serving 590 students in grades 6-9, Edgemont Jr High 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 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgemont Jr High School's student population of 590 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Edgemont Jr High 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 Edgemont Jr High 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
#1134 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Puyallup School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgemont Jr High School's ranking?
Edgemont Jr High School is ranked #1134 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Edgemont Jr High School?
590 students attend Edgemont Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Edgemont Jr High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgemont Jr High School?
Edgemont Jr High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edgemont Jr High School offer ?
Edgemont Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgemont Jr High School part of?
Edgemont Jr High School is part of Puyallup School District.
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