Lopez Middle High School

86 School Road
Lopez Island, WA 98261
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 111 students in grades 7-12, Lopez Middle High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 111 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50% in WA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : Lopez Middle High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 33 square miles on Lopez Island, WA. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lopez Middle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Lopez Middle High School's student population of 111 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students

School Rankings

Lopez Middle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lopez Middle High School is 0.45, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#998 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
41%
50-54%
53%
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
30%
0.45
≥80%
84%
(22-23)
52.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lopez Middle High School's ranking?
Lopez Middle High School is ranked #998 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lopez Middle High School often compared to?
Lopez Middle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friday Harbor Middle School, Friday Harbor High School, Orcas Island High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lopez Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Lopez Middle High School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lopez Middle High School?
111 students attend Lopez Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lopez Middle High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lopez Middle High School?
Lopez Middle High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lopez Middle High School offer ?
Lopez Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lopez Middle High School part of?
Lopez Middle High School is part of Lopez School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 111 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : Lopez Middle High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 33 square miles on Lopez Island, WA. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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