Serving 528 students in grades 6-8, Stanwood 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanwood Middle School's student population of 528 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Stanwood 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 Stanwood Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1425 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanwood Middle School's ranking?
Stanwood Middle School is ranked #1425 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Stanwood Middle School often compared to?
Stanwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Susan 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 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Stanwood Middle School?
528 students attend Stanwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Stanwood Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanwood Middle School?
Stanwood Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stanwood Middle School offer ?
Stanwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanwood Middle School part of?
Stanwood Middle School is part of Stanwood-Camano School District.
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