Serving 584 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 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: First Creek Middle School serves the southeast part of Tacoma, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
First Creek Middle School's student population of 584 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
First Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1977 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
36%
27%
Black
17%
5%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
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 #1977 out of 2,088 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend First Creek Middle School?
584 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, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, 9% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does First Creek Middle School offer ?
First Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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