DAVID T. DENNY INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

David T. Denny 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 834 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 54 teachers, David T. Denny International Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

David T. Denny International Middle School, located in the West Seattle neighborhood, is a vibrant public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As an International School, its curriculum is distinguished by a strong emphasis on global citizenship, cultural competency, and world language acquisition. The school is well-known for its International Spanish Academy (ISA) program, which allows students to achieve high levels of bilingualism and biliteracy, alongside a broader mission that integrates global perspectives into core academic subjects like language arts, social studies, and science.

Beyond its academic focus, Denny International is recognized for its diverse student body and a supportive, inclusive school culture. The school prioritizes social-emotional learning and community engagement, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports to encourage student development outside of the classroom. By fostering a learning environment that values equity and cultural diversity, Denny aims to prepare its students to be thoughtful, well-rounded, and globally-minded individuals ready for the challenges of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact David T. Denny International Middle School at (206) 252-9000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.