Summary:
Zip code 99324 in College Place, Washington, is served by one public middle school, John Sager Middle School, which educates approximately 334 students in grades 6 through 8.
John Sager Middle School stands out for its impressive and rapid improvement, having risen from a 1-star to a 3-star rating over just the past two school years. The school demonstrates particular strength in science, where 8th graders outperform the state average, and in 8th-grade English Language Arts. It operates with a favorable student-teacher ratio and its performance is notable given that about half of its students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. The school is part of the College Place School District, which ranks in the middle range statewide.
An area for attention is mathematics, where overall proficiency is below the state average, with a significant dip in 8th-grade scores compared to 7th grade. However, the school's consistent upward trajectory in its overall ranking suggests effective strategies are in place. For parents, this school represents a compelling turnaround story with strong science and ELA instruction, solid resources, and a clear pattern of getting better year over year.
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