FIRST CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL

First Creek Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Tacoma School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 733 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 41 teachers, First Creek 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.

First Creek Middle School, located at 1801 E. 56th Street in Tacoma, Washington, serves as a key educational hub within the Tacoma Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for its diverse student body. By focusing on academic rigor and personal growth, First Creek strives to prepare its middle school students for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing the development of both critical thinking skills and character.

Beyond the standard curriculum, the school integrates various programs designed to engage students through extracurricular activities, athletics, and community involvement. As part of the broader Tacoma Public Schools system, First Creek benefits from district-wide initiatives aimed at equity and technological integration, ensuring that students have access to the resources necessary to succeed in a modern learning environment. Families looking for more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district announcements can visit their official website at http://www.tacoma.k12.wa.us.

For more information, contact First Creek Middle School at (253) 571-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.