Serving 621 students in grades 6-8, Stewart 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stewart Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stewart Middle School's student population of 621 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stewart 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 Stewart Middle School is 0.79, 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
#1837 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
32%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
24%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stewart Middle School's ranking?
Stewart Middle School is ranked #1837 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Stewart Middle School often compared to?
Stewart Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angelo Giaudrone Middle School, Mason Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Stewart Middle School?
621 students attend Stewart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Stewart Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stewart Middle School?
Stewart Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Stewart Middle School offer ?
Stewart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stewart Middle School part of?
Stewart Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Stewart Middle School located?
Stewart Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2017
Went here before it got modernized. School was great, the teachers were really cool, and it should be even greater with the new remake.
5 11/17/2009
This is a very good school in a academic way I personaly have a 4.0 grade average and I have a feeling if I went to a different school I would be doing a little worse.
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