Serving 523 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 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (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 523 students has grown by 7% 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
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Learning today for tomorrow’s challenges
School Rankings
North Tapps Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 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
#349 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Tapps Middle School's ranking?
North Tapps Middle School is ranked #349 out of 2,088 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
523 students attend North Tapps Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Tapps Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Tapps Middle School?
North Tapps Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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