Serving 971 students in grades 6-8, Heatherwood Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heatherwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
School Overview
Heatherwood Middle School's student population of 971 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
971 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heatherwood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heatherwood Middle School is 0.72, 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
#238 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
9%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
44%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heatherwood Middle School's ranking?
Heatherwood Middle School is ranked #238 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Heatherwood Middle School often compared to?
Heatherwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Middle School, Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Heatherwood Middle School?
971 students attend Heatherwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Heatherwood Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heatherwood Middle School?
Heatherwood Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Heatherwood Middle School offer ?
Heatherwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heatherwood Middle School part of?
Heatherwood Middle School is part of Everett School District.
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