Serving 637 students in grades 6-8, Whatcom Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whatcom Middle School serves the northeast part of Bellingham, WA, covering an area of approximately 20.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whatcom Middle School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
637 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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Year Founded
1903
School Rankings
Whatcom Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whatcom Middle School is 0.60, 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
#690 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
8%
9%
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Hispanic
21%
27%
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Black
1%
5%
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White
59%
47%
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Two or more races
10%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whatcom Middle School's ranking?
Whatcom Middle School is ranked #690 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Whatcom Middle School often compared to?
Whatcom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shuksan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Whatcom Middle School?
637 students attend Whatcom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Whatcom Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whatcom Middle School?
Whatcom Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whatcom Middle School offer ?
Whatcom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whatcom Middle School part of?
Whatcom Middle School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Whatcom Middle School located?
Whatcom Middle School is located in the Lettered Streets neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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