Summary:
The Northshore School District is home to six high-performing middle schools (grades 6-8) in Washington, a district ranked in the state's top 5% overall.
Among these schools, Timbercrest Middle School stands out as the top academic performer, ranking in the 96th percentile statewide with the highest test scores in English, math, and science. Skyview Middle School is notable as the largest school and has shown the most improvement in recent years. While all schools significantly outperform state averages, there is variation within the district; for example, Kenmore Middle School has the lowest proficiency rates despite having the highest per-student spending.
Key trends show math scores tend to decline from 6th to 8th grade across most schools, with Timbercrest being a consistent exception. School size does not predict performance, as both the smallest (Timbercrest) and largest (Skyview) schools excel. Parents can be confident in the district's overall strength while noting specific program strengths or improvement trajectories at individual schools.
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