Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Kulshan Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 25% 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: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kulshan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kulshan Middle School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We aim to be Courageous, Kind, and Committed!
School Mascot
Thunderbirds
School Rankings
Kulshan 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 Kulshan Middle School is 0.42, 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
#438 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kulshan Middle School's ranking?
Kulshan Middle School is ranked #438 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kulshan Middle School often compared to?
Kulshan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairhaven Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kulshan Middle School?
599 students attend Kulshan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kulshan Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kulshan Middle School?
Kulshan Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kulshan Middle School offer ?
Kulshan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kulshan Middle School part of?
Kulshan Middle School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Kulshan Middle School located?
Kulshan Middle School is located in the Whatcom Falls Neighborhood neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
School Reviews
5 3/28/2025
Good school I go there good.
5 9/12/2011
so far i like this school because of it's teachers, the teachers are both good at teaching and they give the students a good time.
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