Kulshan Middle School

1250 Kenoyer Dr
Bellingham, WA 98229
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Top 30%
Serving 599 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 18:1 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 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 599 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30% in WA
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 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 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
599 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#599 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
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47%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Kulshan Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
62%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Kulshan Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
9%
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Hispanic
12%
26%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
75%
48%
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Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Kulshan Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Washington.
0.42
This chart displays the diversity score of Kulshan Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Kulshan Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
599 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, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kulshan Middle School?
Kulshan Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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  
Good school I go there good.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Lauren
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kain.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 599 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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