ECKSTEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Eckstein Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Seattle School District No. 1 school district, located in SEATTLE, WA with about 965 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 50 teachers, Eckstein Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
Eckstein Middle School, located in the Wedgwood neighborhood of Seattle, is one of the largest middle schools in the Seattle Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is well-regarded for its robust academic environment, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes advanced learning programs, world languages, and a strong emphasis on music and the performing arts. Its location on NE 75th Street places it at the heart of the community, and it is known for maintaining a diverse student body while fostering high levels of academic achievement.
Beyond its core academics, Eckstein is frequently recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school boasts an award-winning music program—featuring various bands, orchestras, and choirs—as well as a wide array of athletic teams and student-led clubs. The school community is supported by an active parent-teacher association and is often noted for its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers and staff strive to balance rigorous instructional standards with social-emotional learning to support students during their critical transition from childhood to adolescence.
For more information, contact Eckstein Middle School at (206) 252-5010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SEATTLE, WA 98115-4709
(206) 252-5010
ECKSTEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in SEATTLE, WA with about 965 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Seattle School District No. 1
- Total Students:
- 965
- Teachers:
- 50.1
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 965 students
- White
- 68.0%
- Two or more races
- 10.4%
- Asian
- 9.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.4%
- Black or African American
- 4.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.6%
- Male
- 50.4%
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.