Serving 1,031 students in grades 6-8, Heatherwood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,031 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Heatherwood Middle School serves the southern part of Bothell, WA, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 3.4 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heatherwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heatherwood Middle School's student population of 1,031 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,031 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heatherwood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heatherwood Middle School is 0.72, 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
#232 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heatherwood Middle School's ranking?
Heatherwood Middle School is ranked #232 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Heatherwood Middle School often compared to?
Heatherwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Middle School, Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Heatherwood Middle School?
1,031 students attend Heatherwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Heatherwood Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heatherwood Middle School?
Heatherwood Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heatherwood Middle School offer ?
Heatherwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heatherwood Middle School part of?
Heatherwood Middle School is part of Everett School District.
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