Serving 798 students in grades 6-8, Explorer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explorer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Explorer Middle School's student population of 798 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Explorer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Explorer Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1498 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
39%
25%
Black
8%
5%
White
29%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explorer Middle School's ranking?
Explorer Middle School is ranked #1498 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Explorer Middle School often compared to?
Explorer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Voyager Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Explorer Middle School?
798 students attend Explorer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Explorer Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explorer Middle School?
Explorer Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Explorer Middle School offer ?
Explorer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Explorer Middle School part of?
Explorer Middle School is part of Mukilteo School District.
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