Below Average
#2036 of 2,228 schools in WA
Mount Baker Middle School
Middle School · Mount Vernon School District
2310 E Section St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,036 of 2,228
In Mount Vernon
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
Mount Vernon School District
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Mount Baker Middle School
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About Mount Baker Middle School
Mount Baker Middle School is a public middle school in Mount Vernon, WA, part of Mount Vernon School District. Mount Baker Middle School serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Baker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,036 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Baker Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Mount Baker 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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Mount Baker Middle School — Students at Mount Baker Middle School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
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: 3.7/10.
How Mount Baker Middle School Compares
See how Mount Baker 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
2310 E Section St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Baker 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 Centennial Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Little Mountain Elementary Mount Vernon | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| La Venture Middle School Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Madison Elementary Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Open Doors Burlington | 1.7 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Open Doors Mount Vernon | 1.7 mi | — |
| Skagit County Detention Center Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | — |
| Aspire Academy Mount Vernon | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Northwest Career & Technical Academy/A WA Skills Center Mount Vernon | 1.7 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Special Ed Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Skagit Academy Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Centennial Elementary School Mount Vernon | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MOUNT VERNON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Harriet Rowley Mount Vernon | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington | 3.9 mi | 3.7 |
| SALISH SEA DEAF SCHOOL Burlington | 3.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,762
Median Home Value
$492,400
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
19,247
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School Seattle, WA | 4.0 |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School Tacoma, WA | 4.0 |
| Post Middle School Arlington, WA | 4.0 |
| Cedarcrest Middle School Spanaway, WA | 4.1 |
| Evergreen Middle School Kent, WA | 4.1 |
| McFarland Middle School Othello, WA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Baker Middle School
What grades does Mount Baker Middle School serve?
Mount Baker Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Baker Middle School?
Mount Baker Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Baker Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Baker Middle School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Baker Middle School rank in WA?
Mount Baker Middle School ranks #2,036 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mount Baker Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Baker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Mount Baker Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Baker Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Baker Middle School a charter school?
No, Mount Baker Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Baker Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mount Baker Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Baker Middle School?
78.9% of students at Mount Baker 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
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Skagit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (360) 428-6127
Resources & Links
District
Mount Vernon School District- District Enrollment
- 6,441
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,204
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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