Serving 596 students in grades 6-8, Harbor Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (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 26% 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: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbor Ridge Middle School's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harbor Ridge 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 Harbor Ridge Middle School is 0.43, 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
#528 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Harbor Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Harbor Ridge Middle School is ranked #528 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Harbor Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Harbor Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodman Middle School, Narrows View Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Harbor Ridge Middle School?
596 students attend Harbor Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Harbor Ridge Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor Ridge Middle School?
Harbor Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harbor Ridge Middle School offer ?
Harbor Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harbor Ridge Middle School part of?
Harbor Ridge Middle School is part of Peninsula School District.
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