Serving 779 students in grades 6-8, Meeker 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meeker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Meeker Middle School's student population of 779 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meeker 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 Meeker Middle School is 0.79, 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
#1161 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
13%
5%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meeker Middle School's ranking?
Meeker Middle School is ranked #1161 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meeker Middle School often compared to?
Meeker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meeker Middle School?
779 students attend Meeker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Meeker Middle School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meeker Middle School?
Meeker Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meeker Middle School offer ?
Meeker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meeker Middle School part of?
Meeker Middle School is part of Kent School District.
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