Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, Salk 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 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salk Middle School's student population of 612 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Salk 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 Salk Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1541 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
67%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Salk Middle School's ranking?
Salk Middle School is ranked #1541 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Salk Middle School often compared to?
Salk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaw Middle School, Garry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Salk Middle School?
612 students attend Salk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Salk Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salk Middle School?
Salk Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Salk Middle School offer ?
Salk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salk Middle School part of?
Salk Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Salk Middle School located?
Salk Middle School is located in the Balboa neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Balboa.
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