Nooksack Valley High School is a four-year public secondary school located in rural Whatcom County, just north of Nooksack. It is located just north of Nooksack, Washington, on E. Badger Road at the junction of State Route 9 and State Route 546.
Serving 520 students in grades 7-12, Nooksack Valley 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 70-74% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nooksack Valley High School serves the west part of the Everson, WA school district, covering an area of approximately 72.3 square miles. Most families are within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nooksack Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nooksack Valley High School's student population of 520 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensure the Success of All Students.
School Rankings
Nooksack Valley 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 Nooksack Valley High School is 0.59, 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
#635 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Pioneer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nooksack Valley High School's ranking?
Nooksack Valley High School is ranked #635 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nooksack Valley High School often compared to?
Nooksack Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian High School, Mount Baker Senior High School, Lynden 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nooksack Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Nooksack Valley High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Nooksack Valley High School?
520 students attend Nooksack Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nooksack Valley High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nooksack Valley High School?
Nooksack Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nooksack Valley High School offer ?
Nooksack Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nooksack Valley High School part of?
Nooksack Valley High School is part of Nooksack Valley School District.
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