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Chinook Middle School

North Thurston Public Schools · Thurston County · 4301 6th Ave NE, Lacey, WA 98516.0

(360)412-4760

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7/10
#159
Rank 159 out of 408
Top 39%
English Language Arts6/10 · #188 · 55th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #129 · 69th percentile
Science6/10 · #175 · 55th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Chinook Middle School sits in Lacey, a steadily growing city just east of Olympia that blends suburban convenience with easy access to the outdoors — think weekend hikes at Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge and a short drive to the Capitol campus. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with math being a relative strength, making it a reasonable fit for families who want a stable, community-rooted environment without the pressure of a hyper-competitive school culture. Families drawn to Lacey tend to appreciate its affordability compared to nearby Olympia and its strong sense of neighborhood identity, and Chinook reflects that grounded, practical character well.

Student Demographics

728 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
275 (38%)
Hispanic
222 (30%)
Multiple Races
88 (12%)
Asian
61 (8%)
African American
46 (6%)
Other
36 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners70 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged408 (56%)
Students with Disabilities120 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

745
Enrollment
46
Teachers (FTE)
16.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
20
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #139 · 66th percentile

67 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found