Serving 323 students in grades 6-8, Aspire Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Aspire Middle School's student population of 323 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspire Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire Middle School is 0.68, 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
#363 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Middle School's ranking?
Aspire Middle School is ranked #363 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Aspire Middle School often compared to?
Aspire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Aspire Middle School?
323 students attend Aspire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Aspire Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspire Middle School?
Aspire Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Aspire Middle School offer ?
Aspire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aspire Middle School part of?
Aspire Middle School is part of North Thurston School District.
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