Serving 626 students in grades 6-8, First Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
First Creek Middle School's student population of 626 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
First Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of First Creek Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1972 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
9%
Hispanic
36%
25%
Black
17%
5%
White
9%
50%
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Creek Middle School's ranking?
First Creek Middle School is ranked #1972 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are First Creek Middle School often compared to?
First Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angelo Giaudrone Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend First Creek Middle School?
626 students attend First Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of First Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Creek Middle School?
First Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does First Creek Middle School offer ?
First Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is First Creek Middle School part of?
First Creek Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is First Creek Middle School located?
First Creek Middle School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Eastside.
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