Serving 633 students in grades 5-7, Drum Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drum Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Drum Intermediate's student population of 633 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Drum Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drum Intermediate is 0.73, 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
#431 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drum Intermediate's ranking?
Drum Intermediate is ranked #431 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Drum Intermediate often compared to?
Drum Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Narrows View Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Drum Intermediate?
633 students attend Drum Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Drum Intermediate students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drum Intermediate?
Drum Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Drum Intermediate offer ?
Drum Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drum Intermediate part of?
Drum Intermediate is part of University Place School District.
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