Serving 581 students in grades 6-8, Fairhaven 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 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairhaven Middle School's student population of 581 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 8, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Mascot
Grizzlies
School Rankings
Fairhaven 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 Fairhaven Middle School is 0.54, 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
#540 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairhaven Middle School's ranking?
Fairhaven Middle School is ranked #540 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fairhaven Middle School often compared to?
Fairhaven Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kulshan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fairhaven Middle School?
581 students attend Fairhaven Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fairhaven Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairhaven Middle School?
Fairhaven Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fairhaven Middle School offer ?
Fairhaven Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairhaven Middle School part of?
Fairhaven Middle School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairhaven Middle School located?
Fairhaven Middle School is located in the Edgemoor neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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