Serving 705 students in grades 6-8, Lynden Middle 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 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lynden Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lynden school district, covering approximately 68.5 square miles around Lynden, WA. Typically, it takes about 10-12 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 7.8 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lynden Middle School's student population of 705 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lynden Middle 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 Lynden Middle School is 0.56, 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
#998 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
30%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynden Middle School's ranking?
Lynden Middle School is ranked #998 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lynden Middle School often compared to?
Lynden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian Middle School, Nooksack Valley Middle School, Horizon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lynden Middle School?
705 students attend Lynden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lynden Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lynden Middle School?
Lynden Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lynden Middle School offer ?
Lynden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lynden Middle School part of?
Lynden Middle School is part of Lynden School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The ASB needs to function way better, sicnce the students dont even know how much money we have!
5 10/10/2025
I love this school! Best school ever, this is my school in this will forever be my only middle school.
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing. when I was new there for 6th grade most of the students and all of the staff welcomed me.
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