Drum Intermediate vs Mason Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Drum Intermediate
University Pla · Public middle · Grades 5–7
639 students
Mason Middle School
Tacoma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
639 students
| Measure | Drum Intermediate University Pla, Washington | Mason Middle School Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #42 of 363 | #74 of 363 |
| National rank | #2258 of 15,369 | #3188 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 639 | 639 |
| Enrollment | 639 | 639 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43% | 29.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 57% |
| city | University Pla | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Drum Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 70.7).
- •Drum Intermediate does better on math proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •Drum Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 74%).
- •Mason Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 43%).
- •Drum Intermediate does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.3).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Drum Intermediate better than Mason Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Drum Intermediate ranks higher (75.5 vs 70.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Drum Intermediate and Mason Middle School?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between University Pla and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Drum Intermediate: 639. Mason Middle School: 639. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Drum Intermediate and Mason Middle School rank in Washington?
Drum Intermediate is 42nd of 363 and Mason Middle School is 74th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).