Serving 667 students in grades 6-7, Surprise Lake 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Surprise Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Surprise Lake Middle School's student population of 667 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Surprise Lake 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 Surprise Lake Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1757 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
36%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Surprise Lake Middle School's ranking?
Surprise Lake Middle School is ranked #1757 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Surprise Lake Middle School?
667 students attend Surprise Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Surprise Lake Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Surprise Lake Middle School?
Surprise Lake Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Surprise Lake Middle School offer ?
Surprise Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Surprise Lake Middle School part of?
Surprise Lake Middle School is part of Fife School District.
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