Serving 1,113 students in grades 6-8, Summit Trail Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Trail Middle School's student population of 1,113 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Trail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Trail Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Trail Middle School's ranking?
Summit Trail Middle School is ranked #338 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Summit Trail Middle School often compared to?
Summit Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Summit Trail Middle School?
1,113 students attend Summit Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Summit Trail Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Trail Middle School?
Summit Trail Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Summit Trail Middle School offer ?
Summit Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Trail Middle School part of?
Summit Trail Middle School is part of Tahoma School District.
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