Serving 91 students in grades 6-8, Orcas Island 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orcas Island Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Orcas Island Middle School's student population of 91 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Campus Size
42
School Rankings
Orcas Island 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 Orcas Island Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1105 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Orcas Island Middle School's ranking?
Orcas Island Middle School is ranked #1105 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orcas Island Middle School often compared to?
Orcas Island Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friday Harbor Middle School, Orcas Island High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orcas Island Middle School?
91 students attend Orcas Island Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Orcas Island Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orcas Island Middle School?
Orcas Island Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orcas Island Middle School offer ?
Orcas Island Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orcas Island Middle School part of?
Orcas Island Middle School is part of Orcas Island School District.
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