Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Poulsbo 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 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poulsbo Middle School's student population of 685 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poulsbo 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 Poulsbo Middle School is 0.55, 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
#893 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poulsbo Middle School's ranking?
Poulsbo Middle School is ranked #893 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Poulsbo Middle School often compared to?
Poulsbo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Poulsbo Middle School?
685 students attend Poulsbo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Poulsbo Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poulsbo Middle School?
Poulsbo Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Poulsbo Middle School offer ?
Poulsbo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Poulsbo Middle School part of?
Poulsbo Middle School is part of North Kitsap School District.
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