Summary:
In zip code 98260, which serves the Langley area, there is one public middle school, South Whidbey Middle, serving grades 6 through 8 within the South Whidbey School District.
This school shows a clear strength in mathematics, with students across all grades performing above both the district and state averages. However, performance in English Language Arts is more mixed, with 7th graders excelling but 6th graders struggling significantly, and science scores are notably low compared to the strong performance of the district overall. The school's statewide ranking has also been volatile, dropping from the 73rd percentile last year to the 57th percentile this year, which is a notable change worth understanding.
Parents should note that while the surrounding South Whidbey School District is highly rated, the middle school itself faces specific challenges, particularly in science and supporting incoming 6th graders. The school has a higher-than-ideal student-teacher ratio, which may impact individualized support. The data suggests a school with potential in math but one that is working to address inconsistencies in other core subjects and year-to-year performance stability.
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