Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Vista Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Middle School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Middle School is 0.68, 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
#927 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
50%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ferndale School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Middle School's ranking?
Vista Middle School is ranked #927 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Vista Middle School often compared to?
Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Middle School, Whatcom Middle School, Blaine Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Vista Middle School?
550 students attend Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Vista Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Middle School?
Vista Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vista Middle School offer ?
Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vista Middle School part of?
Vista Middle School is part of Ferndale School District.
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