Royal Middle School

Summary:

Royal Middle School is a public middle school located in Royal City, Washington, serving grades 7-8 with a total enrollment of 283 students. The school is part of the Royal School District, which is ranked 195 out of 247 districts in Washington and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Royal Middle School faces significant academic challenges, consistently underperforming the state average in standardized test scores across all subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates in ELA (42.7%) and Math (24.54%) were significantly lower than the state averages of 52.63% and 41.68%, respectively. The school's performance for English Language Learners and Special Education students is among the lowest in the state. Additionally, the school has a very high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 65.77% in 2020-2021 to 82.69% in 2022-2023, suggesting a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.

When compared to the nearby Royal Intermediate School, which serves grades 4-6, Royal Middle School performs significantly worse across all academic measures. This raises concerns about the effectiveness of the school's instructional practices and the transition from elementary to middle school. The school's per-student spending has also fluctuated over the years, which may contribute to the school's challenges in improving student outcomes. Overall, Royal Middle School faces significant demographic and academic challenges that require a comprehensive review of its instructional practices, support systems, and resource allocation to improve outcomes for all students.


Detail:

Public 7-8

 921 Ahlers Ave N
       Royal City, WA  99357-0486


(509) 346-2268

District: Royal School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
370th of 535 Washington Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,037 Help


Students who attend Royal Middle School usually attend:

High:    Royal High School

Feeder schools for Royal Middle School:

Elementary:    Red Rock Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  19.8 Help
Number of students:  283

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
83.0%
White:
16.6%
Two or more races:
0.4%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  82.7% Help


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Compare Details Royal Middle School ranks worse than 69.2% of middle schools in Washington. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 30.37. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (83%), White (16.6%), two or more races (0.4%). (See more...)
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Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Royal Middle School is 19.8. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Royal Middle School is $14,037.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Royal Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Royal Middle School 370th of 535 Washington public middle schools. (See Royal Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Royal School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Royal School District 195th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Royal Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 22.05 352nd 421 16.4%
2005 28.99 323rd 425 24.0%
2006 25.61 354th 449 21.2%
2007 26.15 367th 463 20.7%
2008 31.59 336th 466 27.9%
2009 37.89 312th 476 34.5%
2010 41.63 301st 483 37.7%
2011 33.98 353rd 492 28.3%
2012 29.02 380th 497 23.5%
2013 22.31 410th 498 17.7%
2015 15.96 383rd 445 13.9%
2016 25.34 341st 443 23.0%
2017 17.32 368th 435 15.4%
2018 20.68 353rd 437 19.2%
2019 12.29 470th 512 8.2%
2021 17.19 450th 529 14.9%
2022 30.64 379th 541 29.9%
2023 26.94 396th 539 26.5%
2024 30.37 370th 535 30.8%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.08 72nd 135 46.7%
2022 22.17 52nd 63 17.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 25.65 222nd 268 17.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.22 312th 349 10.6%
2019 17.91 398th 448 11.2%
2021 25.94 369th 458 19.4%
2022 38.92 293rd 475 38.3%
2023 34.46 304th 463 34.3%
2024 37.27 281st 455 38.2%
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Rank History for Migrant students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 24.69 37th 43 14.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 13.25 335th 376 10.9%
2019 11.26 414th 452 8.4%
2021 22.10 376th 469 19.8%
2022 37.44 292nd 479 39.0%
2023 27.36 347th 464 25.2%
2024 27.26 348th 464 25.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 24.53 290th 371 21.8%
2019 13.62 412th 453 9.1%
2021 13.53 431st 476 9.5%
2022 22.20 387th 480 19.4%
2023 26.30 357th 470 24.0%
2024 32.58 307th 466 34.1%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.35 222nd 259 14.3%
2019 16.88 309th 344 10.2%
2021 25.82 261st 353 26.1%
2022 43.02 184th 360 48.9%
2023 38.61 191st 336 43.2%
2024 35.40 213th 344 38.1%
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Rank History for White students at Royal Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 81.79 67th 470 85.7%
2021 60.16 171st 480 64.4%
2022 76.23 94th 488 80.7%
2023 77.50 92nd 488 81.1%
2024 85.68 59th 486 87.9%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Royal Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 116 0 2 36 0 n/a n/a 0 154
1989 132 0 2 42 0 n/a n/a 0 176
1990 127 1 3 48 1 n/a n/a 0 180
1991 132 1 1 55 1 n/a n/a 0 190
1992 130 0 1 70 1 n/a n/a 0 202
1993 141 0 7 67 0 n/a n/a 0 215
1994 145 0 2 93 0 n/a n/a 0 240
1995 99 1 0 83 0 n/a n/a 0 183
1996 99 1 0 83 0 n/a n/a 0 183
1997 149 0 3 146 0 n/a n/a 0 298
1998 134 2 3 156 0 n/a n/a 0 295
1999 121 1 2 161 2 n/a n/a 0 287
2000 110 1 1 178 0 n/a n/a 0 290
2001 112 0 1 180 0 n/a n/a 0 293
2002 114 1 0 222 0 n/a n/a 0 337
2003 114 1 0 222 0 n/a n/a 0 337
2004 116 1 0 234 0 n/a n/a 0 351
2005 88 1 0 250 0 n/a n/a 0 339
2006 75 0 1 245 0 n/a n/a 1 322
2007 57 1 1 261 0 n/a n/a 1 321
2008 61 1 1 252 0 n/a n/a 1 316
2009 59 1 1 248 0 n/a n/a 0 309
2010 76 1 1 279 0 n/a n/a 0 357
2011 78 1 1 271 0 0 0 0 351
2012 74 1 0 307 0 0 0 0 382
2013 61 0 0 314 0 0 0 0 375
2014 56 0 0 327 0 0 0 0 383
2015 64 0 0 308 0 0 0 0 372
2016 43 0 0 205 0 0 0 0 248
2017 56 0 1 207 0 0 0 0 264
2018 51 0 1 210 0 0 1 0 263
2019 39 0 0 211 0 0 1 0 251
2020 49 0 0 227 0 0 1 0 277
2021 46 0 0 251 0 0 1 0 298
2022 51 0 0 265 0 0 0 0 316
2023 47 0 0 235 0 0 1 0 283

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Royal Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 154 7.0 22.0 0
1989 176 8.0 22.0 n/a
1990 180 7.2 25.0 0
1991 190 8.5 22.3 n/a
1992 202 12.2 16.5 n/a
1993 215 12.0 17.9 n/a
1994 240 12.5 19.2 n/a
1995 183 7.8 23.5 n/a
1996 183 7.8 23.5 n/a
1997 298 14.0 21.3 n/a
1998 295 15.2 19.4 n/a
1999 287 14.2 20.2 n/a
2000 290 14.8 19.6 n/a
2001 293 15.8 18.5 n/a
2002 337 16.3 20.7 n/a
2003 337 16.3 20.7 n/a
2004 351 17.0 20.6 76.6
2005 339 17.0 19.9 80.2
2006 322 18.0 17.9 83.5
2007 321 17.0 18.9 78.4
2008 316 16.0 19.8 78.7
2009 309 16.0 19.3 75.7
2010 357 17.1 20.8 81.2
2011 351 17.0 20.6 99.1
2012 382 18.4 20.7 99.2
2013 375 17.7 21.1 99.2
2014 383 n/a n/a 99.2
2015 372 17.0 21.8 48.4
2016 248 12.0 20.6 69.8
2017 264 14.0 18.8 48.9
2018 263 13.0 20.2 27
2019 251 12.0 20.9 49.4
2020 277 14.0 19.7 64.6
2021 298 13.0 22.9 65.8
2022 316 13.7 22.9 73.1
2023 283 14.2 19.8 82.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Royal Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 154 7.0 22.0 0
1989 176 8.0 22.0 n/a
1990 180 7.2 25.0 0
1991 190 8.5 22.3 n/a
1992 202 12.2 16.5 n/a
1993 215 12.0 17.9 n/a
1994 240 12.5 19.2 n/a
1995 183 7.8 23.5 n/a
1996 183 7.8 23.5 n/a
1997 298 14.0 21.3 n/a
1998 295 15.2 19.4 n/a
1999 287 14.2 20.2 n/a
2000 290 14.8 19.6 n/a
2001 293 15.8 18.5 n/a
2002 337 16.3 20.7 n/a
2003 337 16.3 20.7 n/a
2004 351 17.0 20.6 76.6
2005 339 17.0 19.9 80.2
2006 322 18.0 17.9 83.5
2007 321 17.0 18.9 78.4
2008 316 16.0 19.8 78.7
2009 309 16.0 19.3 75.7
2010 357 17.1 20.8 81.2
2011 351 17.0 20.6 99.1
2012 382 18.4 20.7 99.2
2013 375 17.7 21.1 99.2
2014 383 n/a n/a 99.2
2015 372 17.0 21.8 48.4
2016 248 12.0 20.6 69.8
2017 264 14.0 18.8 48.9
2018 263 13.0 20.2 27
2019 251 12.0 20.9 49.4
2020 277 14.0 19.7 64.6
2021 298 13.0 22.9 65.8
2022 316 13.7 22.9 73.1
2023 283 14.2 19.8 82.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Royal Middle School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201997.2%0.0%0.8%0.0%100.0%99.6%100.0%99.6%100.0%99.6%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Royal Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $689 (4.6%) $14,387 (95.4%) $15,076
2020 $762 (8.9%) $7,791 (91.1%) $8,552
2021 $1,017 (7.5%) $12,519 (92.5%) $13,536
2022 $604 (4.3%) $13,433 (95.7%) $14,037

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Royal Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 470th of 512 Middle schoolsRanks 396th of 539 Middle schools
 18.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
7th Grade English Language Arts (Royal Middle School)4740.6
 6.4%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Royal School District)4740.6
 6.4%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)6252.1
 9.9%
7th Grade Math (Royal Middle School)34.126.3
 7.8%
   7th Grade Math (Royal School District)34.126.3
 7.8%
   7th Grade Math (Washington)49.938.6
 11.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Royal Middle School)3343.1
 10%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Royal School District)3343.1
 10%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)59.651.3
 8.3%
8th Grade Math (Royal Middle School)24.622.5
 2%
   8th Grade Math (Royal School District)24.622.5
 2%
   8th Grade Math (Washington)47.234.4
 12.8%
8th Grade Science (Royal Middle School)25.432.9
 7.5%
   8th Grade Science (Royal School District)25.432.9
 7.5%
   8th Grade Science (Washington)53.143.9
 9.3%
All Grades English Language Arts (Royal Middle School)40.541.8
 1.3%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Royal School District)39.942.2
 2.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Royal Middle School)29.624.4
 5.2%
   All Grades Math (Royal School District)33.828.7
 5.1%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Royal Middle School)25.432.9
 7.5%
   All Grades Science (Royal School District)31.528.8
 2.8%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students251283
 12.7%
African American00
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic211235
 11.4%
Pacific Islander00
White3947
 20.5%
Two or More Races11
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients49.4%82.7%
 33.3%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Middle School

In the 2022-23 school year, 283 students attended Royal Middle School.

Royal Middle School ranks 370th of 535 Washington middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Royal Middle School usually go on to attend Royal High School

Students at Royal Middle School are 83% Hispanic, 17% White.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

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