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.
906
Total Students
40.3
Full-Time Teachers
22.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
24.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Desert Hills Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White673
Hispanic148
Black11
Asian17
Two or More55
American Indian2
  • White
    673 (74.3%)
  • Hispanic
    148 (16.3%)
  • Two or More
    55 (6.1%)
  • Asian
    17 (1.9%)
  • Black
    11 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
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: 906
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 163
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 60
Grades Taught
Grade 6 292
Grade 7 292
Grade 8 322

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Desert Hills Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6292
Grade 7292
Grade 8322
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Desert Hills Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female44449%
Male46251%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)