Serving 562 students in grades 6-8, First Creek 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 13% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
First Creek Middle School's student population of 562 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
First Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of First Creek Middle School is 0.81, 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
#1995 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
15%
9%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
14%
5%
White
12%
48%
Hawaiian
10%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 First Creek Middle School's ranking?
First Creek Middle School is ranked #1995 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are First Creek Middle School often compared to?
First Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angelo Giaudrone Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend First Creek Middle School?
562 students attend First Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of First Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Creek Middle School?
First Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does First Creek Middle School offer ?
First Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is First Creek Middle School part of?
First Creek Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is First Creek Middle School located?
First Creek Middle School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Eastside.
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