Serving 917 students in grades 6-8, Mt Baker 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mt Baker Middle School's student population of 917 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
917 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Mt Baker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Baker Middle School is 0.76, 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
#1360 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
36%
27%
Black
8%
5%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Baker Middle School's ranking?
Mt Baker Middle School is ranked #1360 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mt Baker Middle School often compared to?
Mt Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympic Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mt Baker Middle School?
917 students attend Mt Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mt Baker Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Baker Middle School?
Mt Baker Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt Baker Middle School offer ?
Mt Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Baker Middle School part of?
Mt Baker Middle School is part of Auburn School District.
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