Serving 733 students in grades 6-8, Tillicum Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tillicum Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
School Overview
Tillicum Middle School's student population of 733 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tillicum Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tillicum Middle School is 0.73, 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
#197 out of 2052 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)77%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tillicum Middle School's ranking?
Tillicum Middle School is ranked #197 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tillicum Middle School often compared to?
Tillicum Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tyee Middle School, Bellevue Big Picture School, Odle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Tillicum Middle School?
733 students attend Tillicum Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Tillicum Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tillicum Middle School?
Tillicum Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tillicum Middle School offer ?
Tillicum Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tillicum Middle School part of?
Tillicum Middle School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Tillicum Middle School located?
Tillicum Middle School is located in the West Lake Sammamish neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Lake Sammamish.
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