Serving 877 students in grades 6-8, Pine Lake Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Lake Middle School serves the northern part of Sammamish, WA, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being 1.7 miles and the furthest edge located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Lake Middle School's student population of 877 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
877 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Pine Lake Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Lake 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
#86 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
53%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wally The Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Lake Middle School's ranking?
Pine Lake Middle School is ranked #86 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pine Lake Middle School often compared to?
Pine Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Cascade Middle School, Inglewood Middle School, Beaver Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pine Lake Middle School?
877 students attend Pine Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pine Lake Middle School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Lake Middle School?
Pine Lake Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Lake Middle School offer ?
Pine Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Lake Middle School part of?
Pine Lake Middle School is part of Issaquah School District.
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