Northshore Middle School is a public middle school in Bothell, Washington. Most students go to Inglemoor High School after graduating from NMS, as it is commonly referred to. The feeder schools are Arrowhead Elementary, Woodmoor Elementary, and Moorlands Elementary.
Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Northshore Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northshore Jr High serves the southwest part of its school district in Bothell, WA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northshore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northshore Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
753 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northshore Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northshore Middle School is 0.63, 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
#386 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northshore Middle School's ranking?
Northshore Middle School is ranked #386 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northshore Middle School often compared to?
Northshore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timbercrest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northshore Middle School?
753 students attend Northshore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northshore Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northshore Middle School?
Northshore Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northshore Middle School offer ?
Northshore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northshore Middle School part of?
Northshore Middle School is part of Northshore School District.
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