Serving 650 students in grades 6-8, Stewart 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stewart School serves the southeast part of Tacoma, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stewart Middle School's student population of 650 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
650 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Stewart 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 Stewart 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
#1888 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Black, and White
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stewart Middle School's ranking?
Stewart Middle School is ranked #1888 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Stewart Middle School often compared to?
Stewart Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angelo Giaudrone Middle School, Mason Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Stewart Middle School?
650 students attend Stewart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Stewart Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stewart Middle School?
Stewart Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stewart Middle School offer ?
Stewart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stewart Middle School part of?
Stewart Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Stewart Middle School located?
Stewart Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a very good school in a academic way I personaly have a 4.0 grade average and I have a feeling if I went to a different school I would be doing a little worse.
5 10/10/2025
Went here before it got modernized. School was great, the teachers were really cool, and it should be even greater with the new remake.
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