Serving 837 students in grades 6-8, Wilson 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 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Middle School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Middle School is 0.43, 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
#1767 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Middle School's ranking?
Wilson Middle School is ranked #1767 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Wilson Middle School often compared to?
Wilson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wilson Middle School?
837 students attend Wilson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wilson Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Middle School?
Wilson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wilson Middle School offer ?
Wilson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Middle School part of?
Wilson Middle School is part of Yakima School District.
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