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#998 of 2,228 schools in WA

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Northshore Special Services

School · Northshore School District

3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021

Enrollment

37

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#998 of 2,228

In Bothell

#19 of 23

public schools

In district

#29 of 34

Northshore School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Northshore Special Services

6.6/10

School in Bothell · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northshore Online Reengagement Program

Nearby

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About Northshore Special Services

Northshore Special Services is a public school in Bothell, WA, part of Northshore School District. Northshore Special Services serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th. Northshore Special Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #998 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Northshore Special Services show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 37 students, Northshore Special Services 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 Northshore Special Services 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change+0.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendStable
Academics2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-36.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$18,578

Northshore Special Services — Students at Northshore Special Services score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 9 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Northshore Special Services Compares

See how Northshore Special Services performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in WA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

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

3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northshore Special Services may also want to explore other schools in the area. WOODINVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODINVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bothell, see our Bothell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Northshore Online Reengagement Program Bothell 0.0 mi
UCIC SCHOOL Bothell 0.4 mi 7.0
Maywood Hills Elementary Bothell 0.6 mi 8.4
WOODINVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bothell 0.8 mi 7.3
WOODINVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bothell 0.8 mi 7.8
Canyon Park Middle School Bothell 0.7 mi 7.4
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bothell 0.8 mi 6.2
PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bothell 1.0 mi 6.0
ST BRENDAN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH Bothell 0.9 mi 6.1
Innovation Lab High School Bothell 1.3 mi 5.6
Secondary Academy for Success Bothell 1.5 mi 6.0
Woodin Elementary Bothell 1.2 mi 6.2
Skyview Middle School Bothell 1.8 mi 7.5
Canyon Creek Elementary Bothell 1.9 mi 9.2
Woodinville HS Woodinville 1.4 mi 8.0
Kokanee Elementary Woodinville 1.5 mi 9.3
EVERGREEN ACADEMY Bothell 2.3 mi 7.9
Bothell High School Bothell 1.8 mi 7.5
C O Sorenson Bothell 1.6 mi 7.0
Westhill Elementary Bothell 1.7 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$172,559

Median Home Value

$902,800

Median Rent

$2,537/mo

Population

35,445

College Educated

59.9%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northshore Special Services

What grades does Northshore Special Services serve?

Northshore Special Services serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Northshore Special Services?

Northshore Special Services has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.

How does Northshore Special Services rank in WA?

Northshore Special Services ranks #998 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Northshore Special Services's MySchoolScout rating?

Northshore Special Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Northshore Special Services?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northshore Special Services has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Northshore Special Services a charter school?

No, Northshore Special Services is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Northshore Special Services a Title I school?

No, Northshore Special Services is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northshore Special Services?

24.3% of students at Northshore Special Services 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
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
37
0
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County

District

Northshore School District
District Enrollment
23,186
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,578
District Rank
#29 of 34

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