Serving 101 students in grades 7-8, North Beach Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Beach Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Beach Junior High School's student population of 101 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Beach Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Beach Junior High School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1894 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
23%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
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 North Beach Junior High School's ranking?
North Beach Junior High School is ranked #1894 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Beach Junior High School?
101 students attend North Beach Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Beach Junior High School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Beach Junior High School?
North Beach Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Beach Junior High School offer ?
North Beach Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is North Beach Junior High School part of?
North Beach Junior High School is part of North Beach School District No. 64.
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