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North Beach Junior High School

Middle School · North Beach School District No. 64

PO Box 969, Ocean Shores, WA 98569

Enrollment

101

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,735 of 2,228

In Ocean Shores

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

North Beach School District No. 64

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North Beach Junior High School

5.0/10

Middle School in Ocean Shores · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

North Beach Senior High School

5.5/10

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6.0/10

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About North Beach Junior High School

North Beach Junior High School is a public middle school in Ocean Shores, WA, part of North Beach School District No. 64. North Beach Junior High School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. North Beach Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,735 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for North Beach Junior High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below WA schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 101 students, North Beach Junior 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 North Beach Junior 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.

88% of students at North Beach Junior High 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.8% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,000
Chronic Absenteeism88.1%

North Beach Junior High School — Students at North Beach Junior High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.7% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.5% (2024 SBA)

Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
18.9%
ELA
27.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How North Beach Junior High School Compares

See how North Beach Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
22th percentile in WA
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
88.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 969, Ocean Shores, WA 98569

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Beach Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDermoth Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Hoquiam), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ocean Shores, see our Ocean Shores schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
North Beach Senior High School Ocean Shores 0.0 mi 5.5
Ocean Shores Elementary Ocean Shores 2.9 mi 6.0
Ocosta Elementary School Westport 11.1 mi 5.3
Ocosta Junior - Senior High Westport 11.1 mi 5.4
Ocosta ALE Westport 11.1 mi
Pacific Beach Elementary School Pacific Beach 13.2 mi 4.1
Hoquiam High School Hoquiam 11.9 mi 3.3
Hoquiam Middle School Hoquiam 12.2 mi 4.5
Emerson Elementary Hoquiam 12.3 mi 5.1
Central Elementary School Hoquiam 13.0 mi 6.6
Lincoln Elementary Hoquiam 12.9 mi 4.9
Hoquiam Homelink School Hoquiam 14.1 mi 5.4
A J West Elementary Aberdeen 15.5 mi 6.2
Hopkins Elementary Aberdeen 15.7 mi 5.0
Harbor Junior/Senior High School Aberdeen 15.7 mi 5.3
Grays Harbor Academy Aberdeen 15.7 mi 3.2
Harbor Open Doors Aberdeen 15.7 mi 5.8
McDermoth Elementary Aberdeen 16.0 mi 6.9
ST MARY SCHOOL Aberdeen 16.2 mi 7.7
Twin Harbors A Branch of New Market Skills Center Aberdeen 16.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98569 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,772

Median Home Value

$373,900

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

7,187

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

82.9%

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

63.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Beach Junior High School

What grades does North Beach Junior High School serve?

North Beach Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend North Beach Junior High School?

North Beach Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Beach Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Beach Junior High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Beach Junior High School rank in WA?

North Beach Junior High School ranks #1,735 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is North Beach Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Beach Junior 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 North Beach Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Beach Junior High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is North Beach Junior High School a charter school?

No, North Beach Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Beach Junior High School a Title I school?

No, North Beach Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Beach Junior High School?

73.3% of students at North Beach Junior 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Grays Harbor County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
88.1%

District

North Beach School District No. 64
District Enrollment
698
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,000
District Rank
#3 of 4

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