Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, Orting 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 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 36% 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: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orting Middle School's student population of 643 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
Connect, Inspire, Empower
School Rankings
Orting 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 Orting Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1516 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orting Middle School's ranking?
Orting Middle School is ranked #1516 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orting Middle School?
643 students attend Orting Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Orting Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orting Middle School?
Orting Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orting Middle School offer ?
Orting Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orting Middle School part of?
Orting Middle School is part of Orting School District.
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