Serving 699 students in grades 6-8, Beaver Lake Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Beaver Lake Middle School serves the northern part of Issaquah, WA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the nearest boundary, while the furthest edge is about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaver Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beaver Lake Middle School's student population of 699 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
699 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Beaver Lake Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaver Lake Middle School is 0.66, which is less 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
#140 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
45%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
36%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaver Lake Middle School's ranking?
Beaver Lake Middle School is ranked #140 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Beaver Lake Middle School often compared to?
Beaver Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Lake Middle School, Inglewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Beaver Lake Middle School?
699 students attend Beaver Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Beaver Lake Middle School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beaver Lake Middle School?
Beaver Lake Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beaver Lake Middle School offer ?
Beaver Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beaver Lake Middle School part of?
Beaver Lake Middle School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Beaver Lake Middle School located?
Beaver Lake Middle School is located in the Klahanie neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Klahanie.
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