Serving 676 students in grades 6-8, Tillicum Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tillicum Middle School serves the southeast part of Bellevue, WA, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tillicum Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tillicum Middle School's student population of 676 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tillicum 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 Tillicum Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#230 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
31%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers colors are not listed in the provided text.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tillicum Middle School's ranking?
Tillicum Middle School is ranked #230 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tillicum Middle School often compared to?
Tillicum Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tyee Middle School, Odle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tillicum Middle School?
676 students attend Tillicum Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Tillicum Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tillicum Middle School?
Tillicum Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tillicum Middle School offer ?
Tillicum Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tillicum Middle School part of?
Tillicum Middle School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Tillicum Middle School located?
Tillicum Middle School is located in the West Lake Sammamish neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Lake Sammamish.
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