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Mount Baker Academy
School · Mount Baker School District
PO Box 95, Deming, WA 98244
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
25:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
25:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Mount Baker Academy
Mount Baker Academy is a public school in Deming, WA, part of the Mount Baker School District. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Students demonstrate 24% proficiency in math, 16 points below the state average and 46% in reading/language arts, 4 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $83,958, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Mount Baker Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Baker Academy is 25:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Located in a rural area, Mount Baker Academy may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Address
- PO Box 95, Deming, WA 98244
- Phone
- (360) 383-2078
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 5 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 23.5% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 29.4% (2024).
Location
PO Box 95, Deming, WA 98244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Baker Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Silver Beach Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Bellingham). Another option is Northern Heights Elementary Schl (rated 8.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Bellingham). Additionally, Kulshan Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Bellingham). For more schools in Deming, see our Deming schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Baker Junior High Deming | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Mount Baker Senior High Deming | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Educational Resource Center Deming | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Acme Elementary Acme | 7.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Harmony Elementary Bellingham | 5.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Kendall Elementary Maple Falls | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Nooksack Elementary Everson | 7.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Nooksack Valley Middle School Everson | 8.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Everson Elementary Everson | 8.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Nooksack Valley High School Everson | 10.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Nooksack Valley Special Services Everson | 10.3 mi | — |
| Nooksack Reengagement Nooksack | 10.3 mi | — |
| Sumas Elementary Sumas | 11.7 mi | 5.6 |
| WHATCOM HILLS WALDORF SCHOOL Bellingham | 9.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Geneva Elementary School Bellingham | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Northern Heights Elementary Schl Bellingham | 9.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Silver Beach Elementary School Bellingham | 9.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Squalicum High School Bellingham | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Irene Reither Elementary School Everson | 10.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Kulshan Middle School Bellingham | 11.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,958
Median Home Value
$431,900
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
3,080
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
87.6%
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
53.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mount Baker Academy has a median household income of $83,958. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $431,900, with a median rent of $1,081/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Baker Academy
What grades does Mount Baker Academy serve?
Mount Baker Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Baker Academy?
Mount Baker Academy has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Baker Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Baker Academy is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Mount Baker Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mount Baker Academy has 24.3% math proficiency and 46.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mount Baker Academy a charter school?
No, Mount Baker Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Baker Academy a Title I school?
No, Mount Baker Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Baker Academy?
60.0% of students at Mount Baker Academy 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
- County Safety
- Average (268/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Whatcom County
- Phone
- (360) 383-2078
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mount Baker School District- District Enrollment
- 1,607
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,586
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