MERCER INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Mercer International Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Seattle School District No. 1 school district, located in SEATTLE, WA with about 1,136 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 64 teachers, Mercer International Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mercer International Middle School, located in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Seattle, is a vibrant, culturally diverse public school serving students in grades 6–8. As part of the Seattle Public Schools district, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its emphasis on fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. With a student body that represents a wide array of linguistic and cultural backgrounds, Mercer prides itself on celebrating its international identity and promoting global citizenship within the classroom.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Mercer offers a variety of programs designed to enrich the student experience, including robust arts, music, and physical education offerings. The school actively encourages student involvement through various extracurricular clubs and sports, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals. Its central location in the Rainier Valley/Beacon Hill area allows it to serve a tight-knit community, and the school is known for its strong partnerships with families and local community organizations, all working together to ensure student success and social-emotional growth.

For more information, contact Mercer International Middle School at (206) 252-8000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1600 S COLUMBIAN WY
SEATTLE, WA 98108-1565
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MERCER INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SEATTLE, WA with about 1,136 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,136
Teachers:
64.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,136 students

Asian
39.8%
Black or African American
20.2%
Hispanic/Latino
18.8%
White
13.2%
Two or more races
7.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.