Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, North Pines Middle 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 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Pines Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Pines Middle 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 Pines Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1919 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
68%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Pines Middle School's ranking?
North Pines Middle School is ranked #1919 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Pines Middle School often compared to?
North Pines Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Pines Middle School?
518 students attend North Pines Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Pines Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Pines Middle School?
North Pines Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Pines Middle School offer ?
North Pines Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Pines Middle School part of?
North Pines Middle School is part of Central Valley School District.
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