Serving 89 students in grades 6-8, Northstar Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northstar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Northstar Middle School's student population of 89 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Northstar Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northstar Middle School is 0.57, 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
#5 out of 2113 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
30%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northstar Middle School's ranking?
Northstar Middle School is ranked #5 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northstar Middle School often compared to?
Northstar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like International Community School, Stella Schola by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northstar Middle School?
89 students attend Northstar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northstar Middle School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northstar Middle School?
Northstar Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northstar Middle School offer ?
Northstar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northstar Middle School part of?
Northstar Middle School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Northstar Middle School located?
Northstar Middle School is located in the Central Houghton neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Houghton.
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