Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Anacortes Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anacortes Middle School's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Anacortes Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anacortes Middle School is 0.41, 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
#617 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Anacortes School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anacortes Middle School's ranking?
Anacortes Middle School is ranked #617 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Anacortes Middle School often compared to?
Anacortes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anacortes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Anacortes Middle School?
617 students attend Anacortes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Anacortes Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anacortes Middle School?
Anacortes Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anacortes Middle School offer ?
Anacortes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anacortes Middle School part of?
Anacortes Middle School is part of Anacortes School District.
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