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#1288 of 2,228 schools in WA
La Venture Middle School
Middle School · Mount Vernon School District
1200 LaVenture Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,288 of 2,228
In Mount Vernon
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
Mount Vernon School District
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About La Venture Middle School
La Venture Middle School is a public middle school in Mount Vernon, WA, part of Mount Vernon School District. La Venture Middle School serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. La Venture Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,288 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for La Venture Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at La Venture 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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La Venture Middle School — Students at La Venture Middle School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How La Venture Middle School Compares
See how La Venture 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
1200 LaVenture Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Venture Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Harriet Rowley (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BECC (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centennial Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Open Doors Burlington | 0.5 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Open Doors Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | — |
| Northwest Career & Technical Academy/A WA Skills Center Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | — |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Centennial Elementary School Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Madison Elementary Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Mount Baker Middle School Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Little Mountain Elementary Mount Vernon | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Mount Vernon | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Skagit County Detention Center Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Special Ed Mount Vernon | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Skagit Academy Mount Vernon | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Washington Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Harriet Rowley Mount Vernon | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Aspire Academy Mount Vernon | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MOUNT VERNON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| BECC Burlington | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98273 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,247
Median Home Value
$448,300
Median Rent
$1,171/mo
Population
30,078
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
37.3
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|---|---|
| Chief Umtuch Middle Battle Ground, WA | 6.0 |
| Chinook Middle School Lacey, WA | 6.0 |
| George Bush Middle School Tumwater, WA | 6.0 |
| Harrison Middle School Sunnyside, WA | 6.0 |
| North Lake Middle School Lake Stevens, WA | 6.0 |
| Sultan Middle School Sultan, WA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Venture Middle School
What grades does La Venture Middle School serve?
La Venture Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend La Venture Middle School?
La Venture Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Venture Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at La Venture Middle School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Venture Middle School rank in WA?
La Venture Middle School ranks #1,288 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is La Venture Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
La Venture Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 La Venture Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Venture Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Venture Middle School a charter school?
No, La Venture Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Venture Middle School a Title I school?
No, La Venture Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Venture Middle School?
75.3% of students at La Venture 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
- 680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Skagit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (360) 428-6116
Resources & Links
District
Mount Vernon School District- District Enrollment
- 6,441
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,204
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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