Serving 831 students in grades 6-8, Explorer 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 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explorer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Explorer Middle School's student population of 831 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Explorer 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 Explorer Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1721 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
27%
49%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explorer Middle School's ranking?
Explorer Middle School is ranked #1721 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Explorer Middle School often compared to?
Explorer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Voyager Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Explorer Middle School?
831 students attend Explorer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Explorer Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explorer Middle School?
Explorer Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Explorer Middle School offer ?
Explorer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Explorer Middle School part of?
Explorer Middle School is part of Mukilteo School District.
In what neighborhood is Explorer Middle School located?
Explorer Middle School is located in the Holly neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Holly.
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