Serving 1,171 students in grades 6-8, Mcloughlin 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 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 67% 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: 1,171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcloughlin Middle School's student population of 1,171 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Motto
Every Panther Every Time
School Rankings
Mcloughlin 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 Mcloughlin Middle School is 0.53, which is less 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
#1680 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
60%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pasco School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcloughlin Middle School's ranking?
Mcloughlin Middle School is ranked #1680 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mcloughlin Middle School often compared to?
Mcloughlin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Middle School, Ellen Ochoa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mcloughlin Middle School?
1,171 students attend Mcloughlin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mcloughlin Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcloughlin Middle School?
Mcloughlin Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcloughlin Middle School offer ?
Mcloughlin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcloughlin Middle School part of?
Mcloughlin Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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