Serving 222 students in grades 6-8, Blue Heron 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 31% (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 16:1 is lower 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: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Heron Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Blue Heron Middle School's student population of 222 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Blue Heron 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 Blue Heron 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
#1439 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Heron Middle School's ranking?
Blue Heron Middle School is ranked #1439 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Blue Heron Middle School?
222 students attend Blue Heron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Blue Heron Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Heron Middle School?
Blue Heron Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blue Heron Middle School offer ?
Blue Heron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Heron Middle School part of?
Blue Heron Middle School is part of Port Townsend School District.
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