Serving 606 students in grades 6-8, Shuksan Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shuksan Middle School serves the northwest part of Bellingham, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 22.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the school's edge, while the furthest point is about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shuksan Middle School's student population of 606 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shuksan Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shuksan Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1609 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Undisclosed
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shuksan Middle School's ranking?
Shuksan Middle School is ranked #1609 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shuksan Middle School often compared to?
Shuksan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whatcom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Shuksan Middle School?
606 students attend Shuksan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Shuksan Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shuksan Middle School?
Shuksan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shuksan Middle School offer ?
Shuksan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shuksan Middle School part of?
Shuksan Middle School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Shuksan Middle School located?
Shuksan Middle School is located in the Birchwood neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Birchwood.
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