First Creek Middle School vs Stewart Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First Creek Middle School
Tacoma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
584 students
Stewart Middle School
Tacoma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
650 students
| Measure | First Creek Middle School Tacoma, Washington | Stewart Middle School Tacoma, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #352 of 363 | #322 of 363 |
| National rank | #13985 of 15,369 | #11859 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 584 | 650 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 650 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 70.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 30% |
| city | Tacoma | Tacoma |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stewart Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.4 vs 18.7).
- •Stewart Middle School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 17%).
- •Stewart Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 35%).
- •Stewart Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.3% vs 78.1%).
- •Stewart Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 20.1).
- •Stewart Middle School is the larger school with 650 students compared with 584.
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 First Creek Middle School better than Stewart Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Stewart Middle School ranks higher (30.4 vs 18.7 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 First Creek Middle School and Stewart Middle School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Tacoma and Tacoma in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Creek Middle School: 584. Stewart Middle School: 650. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Creek Middle School and Stewart Middle School rank in Washington?
First Creek Middle School is 352nd of 363 and Stewart Middle School is 322nd of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).