Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Shuksan 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 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shuksan Middle School's student population of 578 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shuksan 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 Shuksan Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1679 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Shuksan Middle School's ranking?
Shuksan Middle School is ranked #1679 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shuksan Middle School often compared to?
Shuksan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whatcom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Shuksan Middle School?
578 students attend Shuksan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Shuksan Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shuksan Middle School?
Shuksan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shuksan Middle School offer ?
Shuksan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shuksan Middle School part of?
Shuksan Middle School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Shuksan Middle School located?
Shuksan Middle School is located in the Birchwood neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Birchwood.
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