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James A. Taylor High School
High School · North Mason School District
90 E North Mason School Road, Belfair, WA 98528
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,736 of 2,228
In Belfair
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
North Mason School District
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James A. Taylor High School
High School in Belfair · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
North Mason Homelink Program
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About James A. Taylor High School
James A. Taylor High School is a public high school in Belfair, WA, part of North Mason School District. James A.
Taylor High School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. James A. Taylor High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,736 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for James A. Taylor High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, James A. Taylor High 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.
Test scores at James A. Taylor High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
James A. Taylor High School runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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James A. Taylor High School — Students at James A. Taylor High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 6.2/10.
How James A. Taylor High School Compares
See how James A. Taylor High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90 E North Mason School Road, Belfair, WA 98528
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James A. Taylor High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Vaughn Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Vaughn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Green Mountain Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Bremerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Voyager Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Gig Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belfair, see our Belfair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Mason Homelink Program Belfair | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| North Mason Senior High School Belfair | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Hawkins Middle School Belfair | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Mary E. Theler Early Learning Center Belfair | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Belfair Elementary Belfair | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Sand Hill Elementary Belfair | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Vaughn Elementary School Vaughn | 6.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Grapeview Elementary & Middle School Grapeview | 7.6 mi | 8.0 |
| TRUE FAITH ACADEMY Gig Harbor | 6.8 mi | — |
| Key Peninsula Middle School Lakebay | 8.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary School Port Orchard | 8.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Minter Creek Elementary Gig Harbor | 7.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Green Mountain Elementary Bremerton | 12.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Evergreen Elementary Lakebay | 12.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Burley Glenwood Elementary Port Orchard | 9.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Voyager Elementary Gig Harbor | 10.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Kopachuck Middle School Gig Harbor | 10.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Kitsap Co Detention Ctr Port Orchard | 10.9 mi | — |
| Sidney Glen Elementary School Port Orchard | 10.7 mi | 5.6 |
| KITSAP ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bremerton | 13.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98528 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,571
Median Home Value
$367,400
Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Population
12,398
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
41.4
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| Okanogan Outreach Alternative School Okanogan, WA | 5.0 |
| The Outreach Program Kent, WA | 5.0 |
| Lyle High School Lyle, WA | 4.9 |
| Emerson High School Kirkland, WA | 5.2 |
| Prescott High School Prescott, WA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James A. Taylor High School
What grades does James A. Taylor High School serve?
James A. Taylor High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend James A. Taylor High School?
James A. Taylor High School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James A. Taylor High School?
The student-teacher ratio at James A. Taylor High School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James A. Taylor High School rank in WA?
James A. Taylor High School ranks #1,736 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is James A. Taylor High School's MySchoolScout rating?
James A. Taylor High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 James A. Taylor High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James A. Taylor High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is James A. Taylor High School a charter school?
No, James A. Taylor High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James A. Taylor High School a Title I school?
No, James A. Taylor High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James A. Taylor High School?
51.6% of students at James A. Taylor High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Mason County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (360) 277-2294
Resources & Links
District
North Mason School District- District Enrollment
- 2,334
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,296
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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