Serving 480 students in grades 6-8, Port Susan Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Susan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Port Susan Middle School's student population of 480 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Susan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Susan Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#347 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
78%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Susan Middle School's ranking?
Port Susan Middle School is ranked #347 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Port Susan Middle School often compared to?
Port Susan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbour Pointe Middle School, Haller Middle School, Stanwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Port Susan Middle School?
480 students attend Port Susan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Port Susan Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Susan Middle School?
Port Susan Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Port Susan Middle School offer ?
Port Susan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Port Susan Middle School part of?
Port Susan Middle School is part of Stanwood-Camano School District.
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