Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Cougar Mountain Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cougar Mountain 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
Cougar Mountain Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cougar Mountain Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cougar Mountain Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#149 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
40%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cougar Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Cougar Mountain Middle School is ranked #149 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cougar Mountain Middle School?
628 students attend Cougar Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Cougar Mountain Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cougar Mountain Middle School?
Cougar Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cougar Mountain Middle School offer ?
Cougar Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cougar Mountain Middle School part of?
Cougar Mountain Middle School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Cougar Mountain Middle School located?
Cougar Mountain Middle School is located in the Talus neighborhood of Issaquah, WA.
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