Serving 779 students in grades 6-8, Mattson Middle School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mattson Middle School's student population of 779 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Mattson 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 Mattson 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
#1015 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
39%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattson Middle School's ranking?
Mattson Middle School is ranked #1015 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mattson Middle School often compared to?
Mattson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mattson Middle School?
779 students attend Mattson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mattson Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mattson Middle School?
Mattson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mattson Middle School offer ?
Mattson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattson Middle School part of?
Mattson Middle School is part of Kent School District.
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