Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Tillicum Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tillicum Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tillicum Middle School's student population of 700 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tillicum Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tillicum Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#249 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
34%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tillicum Middle School's ranking?
Tillicum Middle School is ranked #249 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tillicum Middle School often compared to?
Tillicum Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tyee Middle School, Odle Middle School, Bellevue Big Picture School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tillicum Middle School?
700 students attend Tillicum Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Tillicum Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tillicum Middle School?
Tillicum Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tillicum Middle School offer ?
Tillicum Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tillicum Middle School part of?
Tillicum Middle School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Tillicum Middle School located?
Tillicum Middle School is located in the West Lake Sammamish neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Lake Sammamish.
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