Serving 679 students in grades 7-8, Alderwood 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 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alderwood Middle School serves the northeast part of Lynnwood, WA, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alderwood Middle School's student population of 679 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
equity, engagement, and excellence for each and every student.
School Rankings
Alderwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alderwood Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1358 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alderwood Middle School's ranking?
Alderwood Middle School is ranked #1358 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Alderwood Middle School often compared to?
Alderwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brier Terrace Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Alderwood Middle School?
679 students attend Alderwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Alderwood Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alderwood Middle School?
Alderwood Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alderwood Middle School offer ?
Alderwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alderwood Middle School part of?
Alderwood Middle School is part of Edmonds School District.
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