Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Finn Hill Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Finn Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Finn Hill Middle School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Finn Hill Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Finn Hill Middle School is 0.63, 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
#467 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
56%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finn Hill Middle School's ranking?
Finn Hill Middle School is ranked #467 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Finn Hill Middle School often compared to?
Finn Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Environmental & Adventure School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Finn Hill Middle School?
669 students attend Finn Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Finn Hill Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Finn Hill Middle School?
Finn Hill Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Finn Hill Middle School offer ?
Finn Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Finn Hill Middle School part of?
Finn Hill Middle School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Finn Hill Middle School located?
Finn Hill Middle School is located in the Inglewood Finn Hill neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Inglewood Finn Hill.
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