Serving 247 students in grades 7-8, Mount Baker Junior High 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 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to 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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Baker Junior High School's student population of 247 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Baker Junior High 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 Mount Baker Junior High 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
#1788 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Mount Baker Junior High School's ranking?
Mount Baker Junior High School is ranked #1788 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mount Baker Junior High School often compared to?
Mount Baker Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blaine Middle School, Meridian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mount Baker Junior High School?
247 students attend Mount Baker Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mount Baker Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Baker Junior High School?
Mount Baker Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mount Baker Junior High School offer ?
Mount Baker Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Baker Junior High School part of?
Mount Baker Junior High School is part of Mount Baker School District.
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