Serving 811 students in grades 6-7, North Lake Middle 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 41% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Lake Middle School's student population of 811 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Lake Middle 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 North Lake Middle School is 0.59, 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
#905 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
61%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lake Middle School's ranking?
North Lake Middle School is ranked #905 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Lake Middle School often compared to?
North Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Stevens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Lake Middle School?
811 students attend North Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Lake Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lake Middle School?
North Lake Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Lake Middle School offer ?
North Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is North Lake Middle School part of?
North Lake Middle School is part of Lake Stevens School District.
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