KEY PENINSULA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Key Peninsula Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Peninsula School District school district, located in Lakebay, WA with about 476 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 24 teachers, Key Peninsula Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Key Peninsula Middle School (KPMS), located in Lakebay, Washington, serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Peninsula School District. Situated in a rural, wooded setting on the Key Peninsula, the school functions as a central hub for the surrounding community, providing a foundational bridge between elementary education and the district’s high school programs. The campus emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of early adolescents.

Academically, Key Peninsula Middle School offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects, elective opportunities, and specialized support services to foster student growth. The school is known for its focus on character development and community engagement, encouraging students to participate in extracurricular activities and sports to build school spirit and personal responsibility. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student-centered instruction, KPMS strives to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond while remaining deeply rooted in the identity of the local Lakebay community.

For more information, contact Key Peninsula Middle School at (253) 530-4200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.