Serving 664 students in grades 6-8, Finn Hill Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Finn Hill Middle School serves the northwest part of Kirkland, WA, within an attendance zone covering approximately 6.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest distance from the school being about 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Finn Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Finn Hill Middle School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 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
'Once a Falcon, always a Falcon'
School Rankings
Finn Hill 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 Finn Hill Middle School is 0.64, 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
#536 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)27%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Finn Hill Middle School's ranking?
Finn Hill Middle School is ranked #536 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Finn Hill Middle School often compared to?
Finn Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Environmental & Adventure School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Finn Hill Middle School?
664 students attend Finn Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Finn Hill Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Finn Hill Middle School?
Finn Hill Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Finn Hill Middle School offer ?
Finn Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Finn Hill Middle School part of?
Finn Hill Middle School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Finn Hill Middle School located?
Finn Hill Middle School is located in the Inglewood Finn Hill neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Inglewood Finn Hill.
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