Serving 95 students in grades 7-8, North Beach Junior High 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Beach Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ocean Shores, WA, covering approximately 104.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Beach Junior High School's student population of 95 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student will feel celebrated and empowered as they strive to reach their greatest level of success in academic and social goals while thriving as competent, confident individuals.
School Rankings
North Beach Junior High 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 North Beach Junior High School is 0.65, 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
#1914 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Beach Junior High School's ranking?
North Beach Junior High School is ranked #1914 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Beach Junior High School?
95 students attend North Beach Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Beach Junior High School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Beach Junior High School?
North Beach Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Beach Junior High School offer ?
North Beach Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Beach Junior High School part of?
North Beach Junior High School is part of North Beach School District No. 64.
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