Serving 811 students in grades 6-8, Mcknight 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 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcknight Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcknight Middle School's student population of 811 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
811 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Rankings
Mcknight Middle 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 Mcknight Middle School is 0.76, 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
#1263 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
9%
Hispanic
37%
27%
Black
9%
5%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcknight Middle School's ranking?
Mcknight Middle School is ranked #1263 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mcknight Middle School often compared to?
Mcknight Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vera Risdon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mcknight Middle School?
811 students attend Mcknight Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mcknight Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcknight Middle School?
Mcknight Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcknight Middle School offer ?
Mcknight Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcknight Middle School part of?
Mcknight Middle School is part of Renton School District.
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