Huntington Middle School

Huntington Middle School is a public school serving about 560 students in grades 6-8 within the Kelso School District in Kelso, WA, an area where the district itself is ranked in the middle of the pack statewide.

Academically, the school faces challenges, with student proficiency in English, Math, and Science consistently below Washington state averages. A notable point for parents to consider is the performance gap within the district itself; Huntington's academic results are lower than those of its sister school, Coweeman Middle School, despite both schools serving student populations with very similar levels of economic need and having comparable funding. This suggests factors beyond basic demographics and resources are at play. Furthermore, the school's statewide ranking has been more volatile and has generally trended downward in recent years, while some nearby schools like Woodland Middle School have maintained stronger, more consistent performance.

When looking at the broader area, Huntington ranks near the bottom compared to most other middle schools within about 20 miles. It spends a similar amount per student as some higher-performing schools, indicating that how resources are used may be a key question. On a positive note, the analysis shows the school has areas of relative strength, such as its 7th grade English scores and its effectiveness with certain student groups, which could be models for improvement in other grades and subjects.