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Key Peninsula Middle School

5510 Key Peninsula Hwy N
Lakebay, WA 98349
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Key Peninsula 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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 24% 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: 462 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Key Peninsula Middle School's student population of 462 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

Key Peninsula Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Key Peninsula Middle School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1276 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
33%
40%
47%
53%
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Key Peninsula Middle School's ranking?
Key Peninsula Middle School is ranked #1276 out of 2,113 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Key Peninsula Middle School?
462 students attend Key Peninsula Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Key Peninsula Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 Key Peninsula Middle School?
Key Peninsula Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Key Peninsula Middle School offer ?
Key Peninsula Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Key Peninsula Middle School part of?
Key Peninsula Middle School is part of Peninsula School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 462 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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