Denny Yasuhara Middle School serves 551 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denny Yasuhara Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Denny Yasuhara Middle School's student population of 551 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denny Yasuhara Middle School is 0.67, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
How many students attend Denny Yasuhara Middle School?
551 students attend Denny Yasuhara Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Denny Yasuhara Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denny Yasuhara Middle School?
Denny Yasuhara Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Denny Yasuhara Middle School offer ?
Denny Yasuhara Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Denny Yasuhara Middle School part of?
Denny Yasuhara Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Denny Yasuhara Middle School located?
Denny Yasuhara Middle School is located in the Logan neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Logan.
School Reviews
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