Serving 449 students in grades 6-8, Nooksack Valley 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nooksack Valley Middle School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2017
School Motto
Nooksack Valley Middle School is committed to providing a developmentally responsive middle school program.
School Rankings
Nooksack Valley 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 Nooksack Valley Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1360 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
35%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Nooksack Valley Middle School's ranking?
Nooksack Valley Middle School is ranked #1360 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nooksack Valley Middle School often compared to?
Nooksack Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynden Middle School, Meridian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Nooksack Valley Middle School?
449 students attend Nooksack Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nooksack Valley Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nooksack Valley Middle School?
Nooksack Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nooksack Valley Middle School offer ?
Nooksack Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nooksack Valley Middle School part of?
Nooksack Valley Middle School is part of Nooksack Valley School District.
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