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#947 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 43% in state

Finn Hill Middle School

Middle School · Lake Washington School District

8040 NE 132nd ST, Kirkland, WA 98034

Enrollment

668

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#947 of 2,228

In Kirkland

#21 of 24

public schools

In district

#49 of 53

Lake Washington School District

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Finn Hill Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Kirkland · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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About Finn Hill Middle School

Finn Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Kirkland, WA, part of Lake Washington School District. Finn Hill Middle School serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Finn Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #947 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Finn Hill Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • WA avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.4% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,053
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Finn Hill Middle School — Students at Finn Hill Middle School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.0% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
50.5%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
45.2%
ELA
57.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Finn Hill Middle School Compares

See how Finn Hill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in WA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Location

8040 NE 132nd ST, Kirkland, WA 98034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Finn Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kirkland Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Environmental & Adventure School (rated 7.6/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kirkland, see our Kirkland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Environmental & Adventure School Kirkland 0.0 mi 7.6
Carl Sandburg Elementary Kirkland 0.2 mi 8.6
Discovery Community School Kirkland 0.2 mi 6.2
Henry David Thoreau Elementary Kirkland 0.4 mi 9.2
Moorlands Elementary Kenmore 1.3 mi 8.7
Juanita Elementary Kirkland 1.0 mi 7.1
Inglemoor HS Kenmore 1.5 mi 8.0
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI Kirkland 1.1 mi
GLOBAL IDEA SCHOOL Kirkland 1.3 mi 6.4
CREATIVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kenmore 1.4 mi
Arrowhead Elementary Kenmore 1.6 mi 8.6
Juanita High School Kirkland 1.5 mi 7.6
Helen Keller Elementary Kirkland 1.6 mi 8.4
Kirkland Middle School Kirkland 2.4 mi 8.0
Bothell High School Bothell 2.9 mi 7.5
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary Kirkland 2.2 mi 8.4
Robert Frost Elementary Kirkland 2.2 mi 8.8
SEATTLE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Seattle 2.7 mi 6.8
Peter Kirk Elementary Kirkland 2.8 mi 8.5
Kenmore Elementary Kenmore 3.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,974

Median Home Value

$875,200

Median Rent

$2,324/mo

Population

51,836

College Educated

57.6%

Homeownership

60.6%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Finn Hill Middle School

What grades does Finn Hill Middle School serve?

Finn Hill Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Finn Hill Middle School?

Finn Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Finn Hill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Finn Hill Middle School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Finn Hill Middle School rank in WA?

Finn Hill Middle School ranks #947 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Finn Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Finn Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Finn Hill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Finn Hill Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Finn Hill Middle School a charter school?

No, Finn Hill Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Finn Hill Middle School a Title I school?

No, Finn Hill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Finn Hill Middle School?

24.6% of students at Finn Hill Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

Lake Washington School District
District Enrollment
30,882
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,053
District Rank
#49 of 53

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