Serving 575 students in grades 6-8, Kirkland 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 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkland 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
Kirkland Middle School's student population of 575 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kirkland 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 Kirkland 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
#133 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
57%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Kirkland Middle School's ranking?
Kirkland Middle School is ranked #133 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kirkland Middle School often compared to?
Kirkland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rose Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kirkland Middle School?
575 students attend Kirkland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Kirkland Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkland Middle School?
Kirkland Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kirkland Middle School offer ?
Kirkland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kirkland Middle School part of?
Kirkland Middle School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirkland Middle School located?
Kirkland Middle School is located in the Norkirk neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Norkirk.
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