Serving 523 students in grades 6-8, North Tapps Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Tapps Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bonney Lake school district, covering approximately 12.8 square miles. The area is typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Tapps Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Tapps Middle School's student population of 523 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Learning today for tomorrow’s challenges
School Rankings
North Tapps Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Tapps Middle School is 0.54, which is less 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
#349 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Tapps Middle School's ranking?
North Tapps Middle School is ranked #349 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Tapps Middle School often compared to?
North Tapps Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Tapps Elementary School, Dieringer Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Tapps Middle School?
523 students attend North Tapps Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Tapps Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Tapps Middle School?
North Tapps Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Tapps Middle School offer ?
North Tapps Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Tapps Middle School part of?
North Tapps Middle School is part of Dieringer School District.
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