Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Mill Creek 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 14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 866 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mill Creek Middle School's student population of 866 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek Middle School is 0.75, 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
#1997 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
42%
27%
Black
17%
5%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mill Creek Middle School is ranked #1997 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mill Creek Middle School often compared to?
Mill Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meeker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mill Creek Middle School?
866 students attend Mill Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mill Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek Middle School?
Mill Creek Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mill Creek Middle School offer ?
Mill Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Creek Middle School part of?
Mill Creek Middle School is part of Kent School District.
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