For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 639 students in University Place, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in University Place, WA is Drum Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
University Place, WA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in University Place have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in University Place, WA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drum Intermediate
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4909 79th Avenue W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
Gr: 5-7 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in University Place, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in University Place, WA include Drum Intermediate.
How many public middle schools are located in University Place?
1 public middle schools are located in University Place.
What is the racial composition of students in University Place?
University Place public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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