Serving 93 students in grades 6-8, Dayton Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dayton Middle School's student population of 93 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Colors
Bulldog Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dayton 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 Dayton Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
73%
47%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Middle School's ranking?
Dayton Middle School is ranked #1056 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dayton Middle School?
93 students attend Dayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dayton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Middle School?
Dayton Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dayton Middle School offer ?
Dayton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Middle School part of?
Dayton Middle School is part of Dayton School District.
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