Serving 177 students in grades 6-8, Friday Harbor 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to 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 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Friday Harbor Middle School's student population of 177 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Friday Harbor 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 Friday Harbor Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1295 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friday Harbor Middle School's ranking?
Friday Harbor Middle School is ranked #1295 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Friday Harbor Middle School often compared to?
Friday Harbor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lopez Middle High School, Orcas Island Middle School, Friday Harbor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Friday Harbor Middle School?
177 students attend Friday Harbor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Friday Harbor Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friday Harbor Middle School?
Friday Harbor Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Friday Harbor Middle School offer ?
Friday Harbor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friday Harbor Middle School part of?
Friday Harbor Middle School is part of San Juan Island School District.
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