Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, Lopez Middle High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lopez Middle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lopez Middle High School's student population of 134 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lopez Middle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lopez Middle High School is 0.50, 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
#999 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lopez Middle High School's ranking?
Lopez Middle High School is ranked #999 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lopez Middle High School often compared to?
Lopez Middle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friday Harbor High School, Orcas Island High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lopez Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Lopez Middle High School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lopez Middle High School?
134 students attend Lopez Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lopez Middle High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lopez Middle High School?
Lopez Middle High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lopez Middle High School offer ?
Lopez Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lopez Middle High School part of?
Lopez Middle High School is part of Lopez School District.
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