DESTINY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Destiny Middle School is a Title I public charter middle school with about 277 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Destiny Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Destiny Middle School, located in Tacoma, Washington, is a public charter school operated by the Green Dot Public Schools network. Serving a diverse student population in the 34th Street corridor, the school is founded on the belief that every student, regardless of their socioeconomic background, is capable of academic success. Destiny utilizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum designed to close the achievement gap, emphasizing both academic mastery and the development of strong character traits that prepare students for the challenges of high school and beyond.

Central to Destiny’s philosophy is a supportive school culture that prioritizes small class sizes, individualized attention, and a strong partnership between teachers, students, and families. The school employs a "personalized learning" approach to ensure that students receive instruction tailored to their specific needs, while also fostering a sense of community through regular family engagement and school-wide events. By combining high academic expectations with a nurturing, structured environment, Destiny Middle School aims to empower its students to become leaders who are prepared to succeed in college, career, and life.

For more information, contact Destiny Middle School at (253) 722-5883 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.