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North Tapps Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 432 students

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5 stars

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2012:
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2010:
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Posted February 24, 2013

We waivered my son into this NTMS as a 6th grade student last year. He is doing great and is so appriciative for the opportunity to be there. He is doing well both socially and academically. I am so impressed by the level of parent involvement. The extracurricular programs run by parents, PTA, and the staff are so well organized including ski school, football dinners, & PTA events like teacher appriciation. I showed up with new ideas to the PTA group last year. I have been welcomed in and given the opportunity to make them happen. Our new principal is awesome, with alot of great plans for our school. The teachers are great and challenge my son, I look forward to the rest of our time at NTMS and hope to send my younger son there as well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 28, 2012

So glad we're out of there ... peerless academics, toxic snobbery - high price to pay for a great education
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 20, 2010

I graduated from here a few years ago. This school was great. The teachers were prepared, smart, and funny. The sports teams were good. Our band was superior. I loved how hard the teachers pushed us. It really showed to me how hard this school was when I got to high school and we had to take advanced classes to be in our level of education. It had a very high expectation of the kids. The admininstation is good. I loved this school. Great students, great school. Bring your kids here. Good school. Loved it. (: -NTMS GRAD '08


Posted February 6, 2010

i like the school teachers are nice the sports every thing is great about NTMS
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 11, 2010

Ntms is a good school.im in six grade and the teachers are very nice.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 17, 2009

A wonderful Middle School. This middle school is by far the best sachool my children have attended. The principal is a great person who dedicateds himself to making sure the kids are learning in a safe and enjoyable enviroment, while also having strict expectation that the great students of NTMS always acheive.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 20, 2009

i am an 8th grader at NTMS. the school is excellent, we just had a huge remodel, 4 science labs, weight room, gym, lockers and health room. we have an amazing staff. and they all get to really know every student. every one is nice to one another........kind of.i have been in the district since 4th grade and its been awesome. north tapps offers alot of sports and i've played every one since 6th grade.they offer lots of extra curricular activities. like, for instance, im the sound and lights technician for plays, assemblys and that stuff. NTMS is awesome.
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 2, 2009

I currently go to North Tapps, i have been in this district since i was in 3rd grade. We love it! I could tell that the 3rd graders in my new class were a year or so ahead of my old school (Graham Elementary School). I caught up because of my awesome teachers cooperation. They really helped me become a great student and i eventually became head of the class. I love Dieringer School District. There is no better place to grow up. I wish i would have gone here since kindergarten! They have every sport you could imagine also. They recently remodeled the schools. They look just great and brand new. The whole staff is loving and nuturing. If you are unsure of what school district to raise your kids in.. Choose Dieringer because it is the best you can get.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 14, 2008

Great school overall. Use of technology is well incorporated and the science program really challenges the students. Raise in the WASL scores is proof of that! Some academic afterschool programs, but there could be more.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 4, 2008

Program offerings for every type of student. The principal seems to believe the best about every kid and is really approachable. Some teachers are better than ever. I'm less than impressed with the science department. English dpepartment is very strong.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 30, 2006

I've had two children in the Dieringer School District for 8 years now, and it is awesome. It's the closest you'll ever come to a private education in terms of quality. The staff at North Tapps especially REALLY truly care about the kids and are committed to their success. The greatest place in the NW to raise your kids!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 7, 2005

The curiculum is fantastic and the teachers really care. they have almost every sport available and the coaches are fantastic.
—Submitted by a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

168 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
64%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

166 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
85%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
70%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

148 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
81%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 71% in 2012.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
89%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.

143 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.

143 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
89%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

143 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
70%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students74%
Female70%
Male79%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic57%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White75%
Low income62%
Not low income76%
Special education40%
Not special education77%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students90%
Female93%
Male87%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic77%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White92%
Low income85%
Not low income90%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students79%
Female77%
Male83%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White81%
Low income67%
Not low income81%
Special educationn/a
Not special education82%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students93%
Female92%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White92%
Low income88%
Not low income93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students93%
Female94%
Male90%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White93%
Low income89%
Not low income93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education94%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students77%
Female78%
Male76%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White76%
Low income47%
Not low income81%
Special educationn/a
Not special education78%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students91%
Female92%
Male89%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White92%
Low income77%
Not low income93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students86%
Female90%
Male82%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White88%
Low income59%
Not low income90%
Special educationn/a
Not special education87%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 94% in 2011.

29 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 99% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 97% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 100% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used End-of-Course (EOC) examinations to assess students in Algebra I, Geometry, Integrated Math I, Integrated Math II, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 85% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
93%
Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 96% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 99% in 2012.

30 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%
Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 97% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 99% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used End-of-Course (EOC) examinations to assess students in Algebra I, Geometry, Integrated Math I, Integrated Math II, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Algebra I

All Students95%
Female95%
Male95%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White96%
Low incomen/a
Not low income94%
Special educationn/a
Not special education95%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Biology I

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Low incomen/a
Not low incomen/a
Not special educationn/a

Geometry

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White100%
Low incomen/a
Not low income100%
Not special education100%

Integrated Math 1

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low incomen/a
Not low incomen/a
Not special educationn/a

Integrated Math 2

Femalen/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used End-of-Course (EOC) examinations to assess students in Algebra I, Geometry, Integrated Math I, Integrated Math II, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 87% 64%
Not provided 6% N/A
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 9%
Hispanic 3% 16%
Native American 1% 3%
Black 0% 6%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 0%N/A42%
Special education 6%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 0%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 21N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 17N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 71%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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20029 12th St East
Sumner, WA 98390
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Phone: (253) 862-2776

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