Serving 597 students in grades 6-8, Harbor Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbor Ridge Middle School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Harbor Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor Ridge Middle School is 0.46, 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
#528 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
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 Harbor Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Harbor Ridge Middle School is ranked #528 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Harbor Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Harbor Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harbor Ridge Middle School?
597 students attend Harbor Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Harbor Ridge Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor Ridge Middle School?
Harbor Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harbor Ridge Middle School offer ?
Harbor Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbor Ridge Middle School part of?
Harbor Ridge Middle School is part of Peninsula School District.
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