Northstar Middle School

NSMS.lwsd.org

85 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Northstar Middle School, located in Kirkland, Washington, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Lake Washington School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student well-being, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the transition to high school. Northstar emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—with a wide variety of elective options that allow students to explore their personal interests.

Beyond the classroom, Northstar Middle School is recognized for its vibrant school culture and emphasis on community. The school offers numerous extracurricular activities, including clubs, sports, and leadership opportunities, which encourage students to develop social skills and civic responsibility. By prioritizing character development alongside rigorous academic standards, Northstar aims to create a nurturing atmosphere where every student is encouraged to succeed, find their voice, and develop a lifelong passion for learning.

Total Students

4.3

Full-Time Teachers

19.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

3.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northstar Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	22
Hispanic	4
Black	1
Asian	51
Two or More	7

Asian
51 (60.0%)
White
22 (25.9%)
Two or More
7 (8.2%)
Hispanic
4 (4.7%)
Black
1 (1.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Lake Washington School District
Phone:	(425)936-1760
Website:	http://NSMS.lwsd.org
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	85
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	4.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.8
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	2
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 27

Grade 7 30

Grade 8 28