Serving 406 students in grades 6-8, Garry 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Garry Middle School's student population of 406 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Garry Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garry Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1881 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Garry Middle School's ranking?
Garry Middle School is ranked #1881 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Garry Middle School often compared to?
Garry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaw Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Garry Middle School?
406 students attend Garry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Garry Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garry Middle School?
Garry Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Garry Middle School offer ?
Garry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garry Middle School part of?
Garry Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Garry Middle School located?
Garry Middle School is located in the Nevada And Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Nevada And Lidgerwood.
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