Drum Intermediate

Drum Intermediate serves 633 students in grades 5-7 in the University Place area of Pierce County, Washington. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful classroom interaction. The school has earned strong academic recognition, ranking #374 out of 2,261 schools statewide, placing it in the 84th percentile among Washington middle schools.

Students at Drum Intermediate demonstrate solid academic achievement, with 75% of students performing at proficient or above levels in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels. This consistent performance across core subjects reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence and has contributed to its impressive 9.0/10 academic score. The school draws families from a well-established suburban community where the median household income is $89,849 and 40% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 9.9% and median home values of $517,600 indicate a stable, education-focused community that supports student success. Drum Intermediate operates as a regular public middle school in a large suburban setting, providing students with the resources and academic foundation needed for high school preparation while serving a community that values educational achievement.