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Sylvester Middle School

16222 Sylvester Road Sw, Burien, WA 98166, United States
+1 (206) 631-6000
3.0
Overall Rating

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Sylvester Middle School Overview

About This School

Sylvester Middle School is a public middle in Burien, Washington, serving 582 students in grades 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 46% in ELA and 44% in science. The school maintains a staff of 30 teachers with an average salary of $91,835 and a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 194:1. The student body at Sylvester Middle School is composed of 56% male and 43% female students. The demographic breakdown includes 37% White, 32% Hispanic, 10% Two or More Races, 8% Asian, and 8% Black students.

582
Total Students
Grade 6-8
19:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
30 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts46%
Mathematics0%
Science44%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
King County
Students per Counselor
194:1

Sylvester Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

46%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 52%
N/A
Mathematics
44%
Science
City Avg: 37%State Avg: 49%

Class Information

19:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 18.5:1
State Avg: 19:1
194
Students per Counselor

Sylvester Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
30

Average Teacher Salary

$91,835
City Avg: $91,835
State Avg: $93,190

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Students per Counselor194:1

Sylvester Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

56.36%
Male
43.3%
Female
Total Enrollment: 582 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White37.29%
Hispanic32.47%
Asian8.25%
Black8.42%
Two or More Races9.79%
Native American1.55%

Sylvester Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Sylvester Middle School

Q: What is Sylvester Middle School?

A: Sylvester Middle School is a middle public located in Burien.

Q: How many students attend Sylvester Middle School?

A: Sylvester Middle School has approximately 582 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Sylvester Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Sylvester Middle School is 19:1.

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Detailed Information about Sylvester Middle School

Sylvester Middle School is a public middle in Burien, Washington, serving 582 students in grades 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 46% in ELA and 44% in science. The school maintains a staff of 30 teachers with an average salary of $91,835 and a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 194:1. The student body at Sylvester Middle School is composed of 56% male and 43% female students. The demographic breakdown includes 37% White, 32% Hispanic, 10% Two or More Races, 8% Asian, and 8% Black students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Sylvester Middle School - Burien, WA

Quick Facts about Sylvester Middle School
School NameSylvester Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location16222 Sylvester Road Sw, Burien, WA 98166, Burien, WA
CountyKing County
Phone+1 (206) 631-6000
Total Students582
Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Full-Time Teachers30
Rating3/10
ELA Proficiency46%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency44%

Frequently Asked Questions about Sylvester Middle School

What is Sylvester Middle School?

Sylvester Middle School is a middle public located in Burien.

How many students attend Sylvester Middle School?

Sylvester Middle School has approximately 582 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sylvester Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sylvester Middle School is 19:1.

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