Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, George Bush Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Bush Middle School's student population of 762 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
George Bush Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Bush Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1032 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Bush Middle School's ranking?
George Bush Middle School is ranked #1032 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are George Bush Middle School often compared to?
George Bush Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Tumwater Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend George Bush Middle School?
762 students attend George Bush Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of George Bush Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Bush Middle School?
George Bush Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Bush Middle School offer ?
George Bush Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Bush Middle School part of?
George Bush Middle School is part of Tumwater School District.
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