Serving 720 students in grades 7-9, Aylen Jr High 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aylen Jr High School's student population of 720 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
720 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Aylen Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aylen Jr High 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1198 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aylen Jr High School's ranking?
Aylen Jr High School is ranked #1198 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Aylen Jr High School often compared to?
Aylen Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballou Jr High School, Kalles Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Aylen Jr High School?
720 students attend Aylen Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Aylen Jr High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aylen Jr High School?
Aylen Jr High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Aylen Jr High School offer ?
Aylen Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aylen Jr High School part of?
Aylen Jr High School is part of Puyallup School District.
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