Serving 500 students in grades 6-8, Deer Park 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 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deer Park Middle School's student population of 500 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Deer Park Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Park Middle School is 0.29, 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
#704 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Deer Park Middle School's ranking?
Deer Park Middle School is ranked #704 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Deer Park Middle School?
500 students attend Deer Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Deer Park Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Park Middle School?
Deer Park Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Deer Park Middle School offer ?
Deer Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deer Park Middle School part of?
Deer Park Middle School is part of Deer Park School District.
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