At a glance
Reported students
789
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
43.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington middle enrollment
80th percentile
Compared with 382 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
555.5
Nisqually Middle School: 789 reported students.
State peer staffing position
35th percentile
18.1:1 reported; state peer median 19.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 853
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46.13
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.5:1
What the reported data says about Nisqually Middle School
Nisqually Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Lacey. It is one of 24 current school records connected to North Thurston Public Schools. NCES reports 789 students for 2024–25.
Among 382 middle schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 611 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 80th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.1:1, close to the Washington median of 19.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (40.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (28.1%). English learners represent 6.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Nisqually Middle School
- 1How do the reported 18.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 43.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1.96 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 51.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1.96
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White40.3%
- Hispanic28.1%
- Black4.4%
- Asian6.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander3.7%
- Multiracial14.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in North Thurston Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Chinook Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
746 reported students
Salish Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
745 reported students
Komachin Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
640 reported students
Aspire Performing Arts Academy
Middle · Grades 06–08
323 reported students
Mountain View Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
776 reported students
Meadows Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
765 reported students
Public schools near Nisqually Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salish Middle School Middle · North Thurston Public Schools | 06–08 | 745 | 2.3 mi |
| Chinook Middle School Middle · North Thurston Public Schools | 06–08 | 746 | 2.8 mi |
| Komachin Middle School Middle · North Thurston Public Schools | 06–08 | 640 | 3.4 mi |
| Aspire Performing Arts Academy Middle · North Thurston Public Schools | 06–08 | 323 | 3.7 mi |
| Washington Middle School Middle · Olympia School District | 06–08 | 702 | 5.1 mi |
| Reeves Middle School Middle · Olympia School District | 06–08 | 394 | 6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Nisqually Middle School
What grades does Nisqually Middle School serve?
Nisqually Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in North Thurston Public Schools.
How many students attend Nisqually Middle School?
Nisqually Middle School reported 789 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 80th percentile among 382 Washington middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 853 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Nisqually Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 18.1:1, based on 789 students and 43.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 19.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Nisqually Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Nisqually Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on North Thurston Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Nisqually Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
51.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Nisqually Middle School in?
Nisqually Middle School is part of North Thurston Public Schools, based in Lacey, WA, which operates 24 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Nisqually Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Salish Middle School (2.3 mi), Chinook Middle School (2.8 mi), Komachin Middle School (3.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.