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 846 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 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- 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 846 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Rankings
Northshore Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northshore Middle School is 0.61, 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
#387 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northshore Middle School's ranking?
Northshore Middle School is ranked #387 out of 2,113 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
846 students attend Northshore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northshore Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northshore Middle School?
Northshore Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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