PERRY G KEITHLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Perry G Keithley Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Franklin Pierce School District school district, located in TACOMA, WA with about 792 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 46 teachers, Perry G Keithley 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.

Perry G. Keithley Middle School is located in Tacoma, Washington, and serves as a key educational institution within the Franklin Pierce School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social responsibility, and the development of essential life skills for students during their critical middle school years. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school strives to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, encouraging both personal development and community engagement.

As part of the broader Franklin Pierce School District, the school utilizes district-wide resources and initiatives to promote student success and inclusive learning. Through their official website, families can access information regarding school programs, extracurricular activities, and district policies, which highlight the school's commitment to clear communication and parent involvement. Overall, Perry G. Keithley Middle School functions as a focal point for the local community, aiming to provide a safe and enriching space that empowers students to achieve their full potential.

For more information, contact Perry G Keithley Middle School at (253) 298-4307 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12324 12TH AVE S
TACOMA, WA 98444-3899
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PERRY G KEITHLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in TACOMA, WA with about 792 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
792
Teachers:
46.38
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 792 students

Hispanic/Latino
29.3%
White
28.8%
Two or more races
16.7%
Black or African American
12.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
8.0%
Asian
3.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.