TOTEM MIDDLE SCHOOL

Totem Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Federal Way School District school district, located in KENT, WA with about 690 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 40 teachers, Totem Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Totem Middle School, located in Kent, Washington, is a public institution serving students in grades 6–8 as part of the Kent School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that prepares students for the academic and social challenges of high school. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of elective courses and extracurricular opportunities intended to help students explore their unique interests and develop critical thinking skills.

Beyond academics, Totem Middle School places a strong emphasis on community and student growth, often utilizing programs that focus on social-emotional learning and positive behavioral expectations. The school community works to provide a collaborative space for families, teachers, and staff, aiming to create a stable foundation for adolescents during their formative middle school years. As part of a diverse district, the school actively promotes cultural awareness and strives to provide equitable educational access to its varied student population.

For more information, contact Totem Middle School at (253) 945-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.