Shuksan Middle School

2717 Alderwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 579 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 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 579 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Shuksan Middle School's student population of 579 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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Students by Grade
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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 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1679 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Shuksan Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
41%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Shuksan Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
5%
9%
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Hispanic
33%
26%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
48%
49%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
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Two or more races
11%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Washington.
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Shuksan Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Shuksan Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Shuksan Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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?
579 students attend Shuksan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Shuksan Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 16:1, which is equal to 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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 579 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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