For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 599 students in 98229, WA.
The top ranked public middle school in 98229, WA is Kulshan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 98229 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98229, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98229, WA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kulshan Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1250 Kenoyer Dr
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 676-4886
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 676-4886
Grades: 6-8
| 599 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 98229, WA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 98229, WA include Kulshan Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98229?
1 public middle schools are located in 98229.
What is the racial composition of students in 98229?
98229 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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