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Park Place Middle School

Middle School · Monroe School District

1408 West Main Street, Monroe, WA 98272

Enrollment

718

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,335 of 2,228

In Monroe

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Monroe School District

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Park Place Middle School

5.9/10

Middle School in Monroe · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Park Place Middle School

Park Place Middle School is a public middle school in Monroe, WA, part of Monroe School District. Park Place Middle School serves approximately 718 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Place Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,335 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Park Place Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Park Place Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,142
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Park Place Middle School — Students at Park Place Middle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.0% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
38%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
26.7%
ELA
45%
2024
Math
32.6%
ELA
41.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Park Place Middle School Compares

See how Park Place Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in WA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1408 West Main Street, Monroe, WA 98272

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Place Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Timbercrest Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Woodinville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Snohomish), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SKY VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Monroe 0.1 mi 6.5
MONROE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe 0.3 mi 3.9
LITTLE DOVES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Monroe 0.4 mi
Frank Wagner Elementary Monroe 0.4 mi 6.0
MONROE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Monroe 0.4 mi 4.0
Sky Valley Education Center Monroe 0.8 mi 4.5
Leaders In Learning Monroe 1.0 mi 6.8
Out Of District Special Ed Monroe 1.0 mi
Monroe Special Ed Preschool Monroe 1.0 mi
Monroe High School Monroe 1.1 mi 5.6
Fryelands Elementary Monroe 1.2 mi 6.6
Chain Lake Elementary School Snohomish 2.8 mi 6.9
Salem Woods Elementary School Monroe 3.2 mi 9.2
Dutch Hill Elementary Snohomish 5.8 mi 7.3
Cherry Valley Elementary School Duvall 7.1 mi 8.3
HILLSIDE ACADEMY Duvall 7.2 mi 5.2
Timbercrest Middle School Woodinville 6.5 mi 7.5
Valley View Middle School Snohomish 5.4 mi 6.9
THE MADRONE SCHOOL (THE GRADY SCHOOL) Woodinville 7.9 mi
Cedarcrest High School Duvall 8.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,894

Median Home Value

$638,300

Median Rent

$1,902/mo

Population

32,055

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Place Middle School

What grades does Park Place Middle School serve?

Park Place Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Park Place Middle School?

Park Place Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 718 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Place Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Place Middle School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Place Middle School rank in WA?

Park Place Middle School ranks #1,335 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Park Place Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Place Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Park Place Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Place Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Park Place Middle School a charter school?

No, Park Place Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Park Place Middle School a Title I school?

No, Park Place Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Place Middle School?

44.3% of students at Park Place Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

District

Monroe School District
District Enrollment
5,671
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,142
District Rank
#8 of 10

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