Cougar Mountain Middle School

Summary:

Cougar Mountain Middle School is a public middle school in Graham, Washington, serving 614 students in grades 6-8. It is part of the Bethel School District, which is ranked 141 out of 247 school districts in the state.

Cougar Mountain Middle School stands out for its relatively strong academic performance compared to the district and state averages. In the 2023-2024 school year, 54.66% of its students were proficient or better in SBAC/English Language Arts, compared to 49.89% for the Bethel School District and 52.63% for Washington state. The school's Hispanic and multi-racial student subgroups perform particularly well, ranking 113 and 103 out of Washington middle schools, respectively. However, the school's White and special education students lag behind, ranking 281 and 133 out of Washington middle schools.

While Cougar Mountain Middle School outperforms many of its peers within the Bethel School District, such as Spanaway Middle School and Cedarcrest Middle School, its performance is more mixed when compared to schools outside the district, such as Ballou Junior High and Glacier View Junior High in the Puyallup School District. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has been declining over the years, suggesting it may be struggling to keep pace with improvements in other middle schools across the state.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 5108 260th St. East
       Graham, WA  98338


(253) 800-8000

District: Bethel School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
215th of 535 Washington Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,226 Help


Students who attend Cougar Mountain Middle School usually attend:

High:    Bethel High School

Feeder schools for Cougar Mountain Middle School:

Elementary:    Centennial Elementary
    Rocky Ridge Elementary
    Roy Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  20.4 Help
Number of students:  614

Racial breakdown:

White:
60.9%
Hispanic:
16.9%
Two or more races:
13.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  54.4% Help


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Compare Details Cougar Mountain Middle School ranks better than 59.8% of middle schools in Washington. It also ranks first among 6 ranked middle schools in the Bethel School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 55.24. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Cougar Mountain Middle School has the smallest middle school student body size in the Bethel School District. Student population at Cougar Mountain Middle School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (60.9%), Hispanic (16.9%), two or more races (13.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 54.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Cougar Mountain Middle School is 20.4, which is the lowest among 6 middle schools in the Bethel School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Cougar Mountain Middle School is $18,226, which is the 2nd highest among 6 middle schools in the Bethel School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Cougar Mountain Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Cougar Mountain Middle School 215th of 535 Washington public middle schools. (See Cougar Mountain Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Bethel School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Bethel School District 141st of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Cougar Mountain Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 44.50 245th 421 41.8%
2005 52.37 210th 425 50.6%
2006 36.01 312th 449 30.5%
2007 54.49 199th 463 57.0%
2008 44.62 267th 466 42.7%
2009 47.78 254th 476 46.6%
2010 47.58 260th 483 46.2%
2011 43.91 298th 492 39.4%
2012 41.54 311th 497 37.4%
2013 37.38 329th 498 33.9%
2015 31.97 306th 445 31.2%
2016 42.46 254th 443 42.7%
2017 33.66 300th 435 31.0%
2018 42.27 248th 437 43.2%
2019 43.40 292nd 512 43.0%
2021 31.54 362nd 529 31.6%
2022 40.02 307th 541 43.3%
2023 47.30 251st 539 53.4%
2024 55.24 215th 535 59.8%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 37.25 160th 246 35.0%
2021 32.24 178th 250 28.8%
2022 34.89 163rd 257 36.6%
2023 42.29 134th 244 45.1%
2024 51.99 103rd 243 57.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 52.39 88th 268 67.2%
2019 30.64 165th 231 28.6%
2021 24.68 176th 210 16.2%
2022 30.81 133rd 199 33.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.48 156th 349 55.3%
2019 54.14 182nd 448 59.4%
2021 39.95 270th 458 41.0%
2022 39.24 288th 475 39.4%
2023 52.21 202nd 463 56.4%
2024 70.67 93rd 455 79.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.35 207th 376 44.9%
2019 46.39 251st 452 44.5%
2021 36.96 292nd 469 37.7%
2022 43.75 253rd 479 47.2%
2023 43.32 248th 464 46.6%
2024 55.68 188th 464 59.5%
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Rank History for Military Connected students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 51.06 29th 50 42.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 36.53 237th 371 36.1%
2019 39.76 270th 453 40.4%
2021 28.42 340th 476 28.6%
2022 35.83 298th 480 37.9%
2023 49.63 198th 470 57.9%
2024 52.82 207th 466 55.6%
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Rank History for Asian students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 58.63 51st 123 58.5%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.07 95th 259 63.3%
2019 65.72 94th 344 72.7%
2021 53.67 131st 353 62.9%
2022 61.39 107th 360 70.3%
2023 61.68 102nd 336 69.6%
2024 59.18 113th 344 67.2%
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Rank History for White students at Cougar Mountain Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 25.84 252nd 325 22.5%
2019 30.85 343rd 470 27.0%
2021 19.75 409th 480 14.8%
2022 28.09 369th 488 24.4%
2023 35.73 315th 488 35.5%
2024 42.81 281st 486 42.2%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Cougar Mountain Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2004 483 23 31 25 26 n/a n/a 0 588
2005 720 38 40 40 42 n/a n/a 0 880
2006 691 31 37 47 45 n/a n/a 0 851
2007 674 35 30 45 32 n/a n/a 0 816
2008 611 40 26 36 30 n/a n/a 0 743
2009 604 41 30 42 30 n/a n/a 0 747
2010 547 45 32 44 27 n/a n/a 0 695
2011 515 56 44 46 26 7 6 0 700
2012 484 45 39 43 19 4 11 0 645
2013 311 11 12 52 11 5 13 0 415
2014 468 21 15 72 19 7 27 0 629
2015 419 22 21 58 17 6 21 0 564
2016 430 19 28 56 13 5 27 0 578
2017 427 19 26 70 12 8 35 0 597
2018 429 24 18 83 9 12 45 0 620
2019 428 18 12 92 6 11 70 0 637
2020 410 3 8 114 7 7 75 1 625
2021 387 10 13 97 8 6 74 1 596
2022 412 9 14 90 7 12 79 3 626
2023 374 15 18 104 8 9 85 1 614

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Cougar Mountain Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 588 27.0 21.8 34
2005 880 26.8 32.8 30.8
2006 851 39.0 21.8 32.8
2007 816 36.7 22.2 35.3
2008 743 35.4 21.0 35.9
2009 747 35.4 21.1 36
2010 695 38.1 18.2 36.7
2011 700 33.0 21.1 27.6
2012 645 30.2 21.3 49.1
2013 415 19.4 21.3 40.5
2014 629 n/a n/a 48.8
2015 564 29.0 19.4 53.5
2016 578 30.0 19.2 48.1
2017 597 30.2 19.7 52.1
2018 620 30.4 20.3 47.9
2019 637 32.3 19.6 49.8
2020 625 32.6 19.1 47.5
2021 596 30.2 19.6 45.6
2022 626 32.8 19.0 42.7
2023 614 30.0 20.4 54.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Cougar Mountain Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 588 27.0 21.8 34
2005 880 26.8 32.8 30.8
2006 851 39.0 21.8 32.8
2007 816 36.7 22.2 35.3
2008 743 35.4 21.0 35.9
2009 747 35.4 21.1 36
2010 695 38.1 18.2 36.7
2011 700 33.0 21.1 27.6
2012 645 30.2 21.3 49.1
2013 415 19.4 21.3 40.5
2014 629 n/a n/a 48.8
2015 564 29.0 19.4 53.5
2016 578 30.0 19.2 48.1
2017 597 30.2 19.7 52.1
2018 620 30.4 20.3 47.9
2019 637 32.3 19.6 49.8
2020 625 32.6 19.1 47.5
2021 596 30.2 19.6 45.6
2022 626 32.8 19.0 42.7
2023 614 30.0 20.4 54.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

6th Grade Immunization Rates

Cougar Mountain Middle School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201988.3%0.0%3.9%0.0%1.0%97.6%90.2%97.6%97.6%98.1%90.2%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201992.1%0.3%2.5%1.9%98.2%97.5%98.0%96.9%97.8%97.5%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Cougar Mountain Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $234 (1.6%) $14,358 (98.4%) $14,593
2020 $238 (2.1%) $11,002 (97.9%) $11,240
2021 $274 (1.6%) $16,807 (98.4%) $17,082
2022 $572 (3.1%) $17,655 (96.9%) $18,226

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Cougar Mountain Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 292nd of 512 Middle schoolsRanks 251st of 539 Middle schools
 10.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Cougar Mountain Middle School)59.851.2
 8.6%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Bethel School District)53.543.6
 10%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.847.9
 9.9%
6th Grade Math (Cougar Mountain Middle School)42.630.6
 12%
   6th Grade Math (Bethel School District)42.831.7
 11.1%
   6th Grade Math (Washington)47.738.1
 9.6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Cougar Mountain Middle School)59.258
 1.2%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Bethel School District)52.449.2
 3.2%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)6252.1
 9.9%
7th Grade Math (Cougar Mountain Middle School)44.139.1
 5%
   7th Grade Math (Bethel School District)39.634.7
 4.9%
   7th Grade Math (Washington)49.938.6
 11.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Cougar Mountain Middle School)63.651.3
 12.3%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Bethel School District)56.244.8
 11.4%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)59.651.3
 8.3%
8th Grade Math (Cougar Mountain Middle School)29.324.6
 4.7%
   8th Grade Math (Bethel School District)35.125.2
 9.9%
   8th Grade Math (Washington)47.234.4
 12.8%
8th Grade Science (Cougar Mountain Middle School)47.641.4
 6.3%
   8th Grade Science (Bethel School District)42.536
 6.5%
   8th Grade Science (Washington)53.143.9
 9.3%
All Grades English Language Arts (Cougar Mountain Middle School)6153.7
 7.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Bethel School District)58.948.7
 10.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Cougar Mountain Middle School)38.131.7
 6.4%
   All Grades Math (Bethel School District)46.835.4
 11.4%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Cougar Mountain Middle School)47.641.4
 6.3%
   All Grades Science (Bethel School District)44.141.5
 2.6%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students637614
 3.6%
African American1815
 16.7%
American Indian68
 33.3%
Asian1218
 50%
Hispanic92104
 13%
Pacific Islander119
 18.2%
White428374
 12.6%
Two or More Races7085
 21.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients49.8%54.4%
 4.6%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Cougar Mountain Middle School

Students who attend Cougar Mountain Middle School usually go on to attend Bethel High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 614 students attended Cougar Mountain Middle School.

Students at Cougar Mountain Middle School are 61% White, 17% Hispanic, 14% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 2% African American, 1% Pacific Islander, 1% American Indian.

Cougar Mountain Middle School ranks 215th of 535 Washington middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

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