Our School

Lead Positively • Engage Fully • Accept Readily • Decide Responsibly

Northshore Middle School (NMS) is dedicated to helping every student stay on track for graduation and achieve success both in school and in their future endeavors. This includes meeting graduation requirements through state assessments such as the Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBAC) for grades six through eight and the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS) in eighth grade, which help prepare students for future opportunities.

Our goal is to create a personalized learning experience for the more than 770 students who attend NMS. Research shows that students are most successful when they are well known by at least one adult in their school. With this in mind, our staff works intentionally to ensure students feel connected, supported, and valued. We prioritize building strong, positive relationships with students, recognizing that the middle school years can be both exciting and challenging. Research also shows that adolescents’ brains are still developing, making meaningful relationships and connections essential for effective learning.

We continue to support students by improving attendance, offering strong extracurricular opportunities such as athletics and clubs, and maintaining a robust advisory program that helps students stay engaged and supported.

Our staff is deeply committed to helping students succeed—not only during their time at NMS, but throughout their lives.