Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Kulshan 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 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kulshan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kulshan Middle School's student population of 623 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kulshan 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 Kulshan Middle School is 0.42, 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
#599 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
75%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Kulshan Middle School's ranking?
Kulshan Middle School is ranked #599 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kulshan Middle School often compared to?
Kulshan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairhaven Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kulshan Middle School?
623 students attend Kulshan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kulshan Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kulshan Middle School?
Kulshan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kulshan Middle School offer ?
Kulshan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kulshan Middle School part of?
Kulshan Middle School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Kulshan Middle School located?
Kulshan Middle School is located in the Whatcom Falls Neighborhood neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2011
so far i like this school because of it's teachers, the teachers are both good at teaching and they give the students a good time.
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