For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 276 students in 98244, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98244, WA are Mount Baker Academy and Mount Baker Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98244 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98244, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98244, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Baker Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Mitchell Road
Deming, WA 98244
(360) 383-2078
Deming, WA 98244
(360) 383-2078
Gr: K-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Mount Baker Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4936 Deming Rd
Deming, WA 98244
(360) 383-2015
Deming, WA 98244
(360) 383-2015
Gr: 7-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98244, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98244, WA include Mount Baker Academy and Mount Baker Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98244?
2 public middle schools are located in 98244.
What is the racial composition of students in 98244?
98244 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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