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North Tapps Middle School

Dieringer School District · Pierce County · 20029 12th Street E., Lake Tapps, WA 98391.0

(253)862-2776

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9/10
#48
Rank 48 out of 408
Top 12%
English Language Arts9/10 · #43 · 90th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #61 · 85th percentile
Science9/10 · #45 · 89th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked along the shores of Lake Tapps in Pierce County, North Tapps Middle School serves a tight-knit lakeside community where outdoor living and strong academics go hand in hand. Families drawn to the area tend to value that small-district feel — Dieringer is one of those rare districts where kids don't get lost in the shuffle — and the school's consistently high marks across English, math, and science reflect that focused attention. If you're considering a move to the Lake Tapps area and want a middle school that punches well above its size, this one is well worth a close look.

Student Demographics

517 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
346 (67%)
Asian
51 (10%)
Hispanic
51 (10%)
Multiple Races
38 (7%)
African American
19 (4%)
Other
12 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged116 (22%)
Students with Disabilities50 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

524
Enrollment
28
Teachers (FTE)
18.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
21.2
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #295 · 28th percentile

26 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found