Average
#1560 of 2,228 schools in WA
Friday Harbor Middle School
Middle School · San Juan Island School District
PO BOX 458, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,560 of 2,228
In Friday Harbor
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
San Juan Island School District
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About Friday Harbor Middle School
Friday Harbor Middle School is a public middle school in Friday Harbor, WA, part of San Juan Island School District. Friday Harbor Middle School serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Friday Harbor Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,560 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Friday Harbor Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 177 students, Friday Harbor Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
41% of students at Friday Harbor Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Friday Harbor Middle School — Students at Friday Harbor Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Friday Harbor Middle School Compares
See how Friday Harbor Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 458, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friday Harbor Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Anacortes High School (rated 8.0/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Anacortes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Friday Harbor High School (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beach Elem (rated 7.0/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Lummi Island), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Friday Harbor, see our Friday Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Griffin Bay School Friday Harbor | 0.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Griffin Bay School Open Doors Friday Harbor | 0.0 mi | — |
| Friday Harbor High School Friday Harbor | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| STILLPOINT SCHOOL Friday Harbor | 0.3 mi | — |
| Friday Harbor Elementary School Friday Harbor | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Shaw Island Elementary School Shaw Island | 3.7 mi | — |
| Lopez Middle High School Lopez Island | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Lopez Elementary School Lopez Island | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Waldron Island School Waldron Island | 11.9 mi | — |
| Decatur Elementary Anacortes | 8.9 mi | — |
| SALMONBERRY SCHOOL Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Orcas Island Elementary School Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Orcas Island High School Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Orcas Island Middle School Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 4.0 |
| OASIS K-12 Eastsound | 12.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Orcas Island Montessori Public Eastsound | 12.6 mi | — |
| ORCAS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Eastsound | 12.9 mi | — |
| Beach Elem Lummi Island | 20.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Anacortes High School Anacortes | 18.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Cap Sante High School Anacortes | 18.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,146
Median Home Value
$745,700
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
9,127
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
55.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Montessori Middle School Tacoma, WA | 5.4 |
| Freeman Middle School Rockford, WA | 5.4 |
| Winlock Middle School Winlock, WA | 5.5 |
| Warden Middle School Warden, WA | 5.3 |
| Blue Heron Middle School Port Townsend, WA | 5.6 |
| Walter Strom Middle School Cle Elum, WA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friday Harbor Middle School
What grades does Friday Harbor Middle School serve?
Friday Harbor Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Friday Harbor Middle School?
Friday Harbor Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friday Harbor Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friday Harbor Middle School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friday Harbor Middle School rank in WA?
Friday Harbor Middle School ranks #1,560 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Friday Harbor Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friday Harbor Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Friday Harbor Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friday Harbor Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Friday Harbor Middle School a charter school?
No, Friday Harbor Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Friday Harbor Middle School a Title I school?
No, Friday Harbor Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friday Harbor Middle School?
45.8% of students at Friday Harbor 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 177
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (360) 378-5214
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Island School District- District Enrollment
- 802
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,645
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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