For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 587 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 50% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), 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 Black), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in University Place, WA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Drum Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4909 79th Avenue W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
Grades: 5-7
| 587 students
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 Black), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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