For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,457 students in 98503, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98503, WA are Komachin Middle School and Nisqually Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98503 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98503, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98503, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Komachin Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3650 College St Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4740
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Nisqually Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Steilacoom Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4770
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4770
Gr: 6-8 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98503, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98503, WA include Komachin Middle School and Nisqually Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98503?
2 public middle schools are located in 98503.
What is the racial composition of students in 98503?
98503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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