Serving 649 students in grades 7-8, Brier Terrace Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brier Terrace Middle School serves the southeast part of Lynnwood, WA, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living about 1.5 miles away from the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brier Terrace Middle School's student population of 649 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brier Terrace Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brier Terrace Middle School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
50%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brier Terrace Middle School's ranking?
Brier Terrace Middle School is ranked #591 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Brier Terrace Middle School often compared to?
Brier Terrace Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alderwood Middle School, College Place Middle School, Meadowdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Brier Terrace Middle School?
649 students attend Brier Terrace Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Brier Terrace Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brier Terrace Middle School?
Brier Terrace Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brier Terrace Middle School offer ?
Brier Terrace Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brier Terrace Middle School part of?
Brier Terrace Middle School is part of Edmonds School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a 7th grader at the middle school, and school is ending in 12 days. Everyone says middle school wil be "the best and worst days of your life," so I was very scared when I started. However, they are nothing but the best years of my life. I never imagined I''d have such etraordinary teachers and friends surrounding me. My English teacher, for example, is so amazing that she got my essay grades raised from a C- to an A!
I could never ask for anything better than this dreamlike school, and everyone I know would certainly agree with me.
5 10/10/2025
I have not been at this school for that long but so far it has been a great school I have loved every minute
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