Serving 509 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 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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 509 students has stayed relatively flat 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
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
North Tapps Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 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
#336 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
66%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Tapps Middle School's ranking?
North Tapps Middle School is ranked #336 out of 2,113 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
509 students attend North Tapps Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Tapps Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Tapps Middle School?
North Tapps Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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