Serving 534 students in grades 6-8, Chief Kanim Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Kanim Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chief Kanim Middle School's student population of 534 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Chief Kanim Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chief Kanim 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
#203 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
66%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Chief Kanim Middle School's ranking?
Chief Kanim Middle School is ranked #203 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chief Kanim Middle School often compared to?
Chief Kanim Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chief Kanim Middle School?
534 students attend Chief Kanim Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Chief Kanim Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chief Kanim Middle School?
Chief Kanim Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chief Kanim Middle School offer ?
Chief Kanim Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chief Kanim Middle School part of?
Chief Kanim Middle School is part of Snoqualmie Valley School District.
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