Serving 250 students in grades 1-8, Blue Heron Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Heron Middle School's student population of 250 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Heron Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Heron Middle School is 0.41, which is less 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
#841 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Heron Middle School's ranking?
Blue Heron Middle School is ranked #841 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Blue Heron Middle School?
250 students attend Blue Heron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Blue Heron Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Heron Middle School?
Blue Heron Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blue Heron Middle School offer ?
Blue Heron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Blue Heron Middle School part of?
Blue Heron Middle School is part of Port Townsend School District.
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