Desert Hills Middle School

School Overview
Desert Hills Middle School, located in Kennewick, Washington, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Kennewick School District. Catering to students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on creating a supportive middle-level learning environment that addresses the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of adolescents. The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and high school preparedness, emphasizing core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies, while also offering various elective opportunities to foster student interests.

Beyond academics, Desert Hills Middle School places a strong emphasis on community and school culture. The staff works to promote a positive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities, such as athletics, clubs, and arts programs, which help build leadership skills and school spirit. By prioritizing communication with families and maintaining a commitment to high standards, the school strives to prepare its students for future academic success and to develop them into responsible, engaged members of the Kennewick community.
889
Total Students
42.7
Full-Time Teachers
20.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
25.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Desert Hills Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White666
Hispanic128
Black19
Asian10
Two or More63
American Indian3
  • White
    666 (74.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    128 (14.4 %)
  • Two or More
    63 (7.1 %)
  • Black
    19 (2.1 %)
  • Asian
    10 (1.1 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Kennewick School District
Phone: (509)222-6600
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 889
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 163
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 60
Grades Taught
Grade 6 318
Grade 7 290
Grade 8 281

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Desert Hills Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6318
Grade 7290
Grade 8281
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Desert Hills Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43548.9%
Male45451.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)