Garry Middle School is a public middle school in Spokane, Washington, serving 569 students in grades 6-8. The school faces significant challenges, with consistently low academic performance, a diverse student population, and a high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.
Academically, Garry Middle School lags behind the Spokane School District and the state of Washington, with only 25.4% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and just 18.04% proficient or better in Math. This is in stark contrast to the nearby Sacajawea Middle School, which has significantly higher proficiency rates. Garry's diverse student population, with 50.79% White, 17.05% Hispanic, and 17.75% two or more races, may contribute to the school's academic challenges, as 87.87% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a much higher rate than the surrounding schools.
Despite these challenges, Garry Middle School's diverse student population and unique context present opportunities for targeted interventions and support. The West Valley School District and the Spokane School District could explore strategies to address the specific needs of Garry's students, such as professional development for teachers, additional academic and social-emotional support, and community partnerships to support the school's diverse population. With a comprehensive and targeted approach, Garry Middle School can work to improve student learning outcomes and provide a high-quality education for all its students.
Students who attend Garry Middle School usually go on to attend Rogers High School
Students at Garry Middle School are 51% White, 18% Two or more races, 17% Hispanic, 5% Pacific Islander, 4% Asian, 3% African American, 2% American Indian.
Garry Middle School ranks in the bottom 8.7% of Washington middle schools.
In the 2022-23 school year, 569 students attended Garry Middle School.
Spokane School District