Serving 856 students in grades 6-7, North Lake Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Lake Middle School serves the northeast part of Lake Stevens, WA, covering an area of approximately 18.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.6 miles to the school from the attendance zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Lake Middle School's student population of 856 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
North Lake 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 North Lake Middle 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
#747 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lake Middle School's ranking?
North Lake Middle School is ranked #747 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Lake Middle School often compared to?
North Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Stevens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Lake Middle School?
856 students attend North Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Lake Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Lake Middle School?
North Lake Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Lake Middle School offer ?
North Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lake Middle School part of?
North Lake Middle School is part of Lake Stevens School District.
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