Blue Heron Middle School

Blue Heron Middle School sits in one of Washington's most charming and distinctive small towns — Port Townsend, a Victorian seaport on the Olympic Peninsula known for its arts scene, maritime heritage, and tight-knit community feel. The school's science scores stand out noticeably, which makes sense for a place where kids grow up surrounded by Puget Sound, tall ships, and a deeply outdoors-oriented way of life. Families who are drawn to a slower-paced, creative coastal lifestyle — and want their kids learning in a close community rather than a sprawling suburban district — will find Blue Heron a natural fit.