Best 98404 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 584 students in 98404, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 98404, WA is First Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 98404 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98404, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98404, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
First Creek Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 E. 56th Street
Tacoma, WA 98404
(253) 571-2700
Gr: 6-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98404, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98404, WA include First Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98404?
1 public middle schools are located in 98404.
What is the racial composition of students in 98404?
98404 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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