Very Good
#504 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 23% in state
Sumner Middle School
Middle School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
1508 Willow, Sumner, WA 98390
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#504 of 2,228
In Sumner
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Sumner Middle School
Sumner Middle School is a public middle school in Sumner, WA, part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. Sumner Middle School serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sumner Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #504 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sumner Middle School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Sumner 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
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Sumner Middle School — Students at Sumner Middle School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Sumner Middle School Compares
See how Sumner Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1508 Willow, Sumner, WA 98390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sumner Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lakeridge Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ferrucci Jr High (rated 5.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), a more accessible option. Additionally, Kalles Junior High (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sumner, see our Sumner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Maple Lawn Elementary Sumner | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Sumner High School Sumner | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Sumner Special Services Sumner | 0.7 mi | — |
| Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Shaw Road Elementary Puyallup | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Puyallup | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL Puyallup | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Spinning Elementary Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Wildwood Elementary Puyallup | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Mt View Elementary Edgewood | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| E B Walker High School Puyallup | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Sunrise Elementary Puyallup | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Kalles Junior High Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN - PUYALLUP ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Stewart Elementary Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,815
Median Home Value
$471,500
Median Rent
$1,886/mo
Population
11,497
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mercer International Middle School Seattle, WA | 7.8 |
| Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah, WA | 7.8 |
| Chinook Middle School Bellevue, WA | 7.7 |
| Jane Addams Middle School Seattle, WA | 7.7 |
| Jefferson Middle School Olympia, WA | 7.7 |
| Kamiakin Middle School Kirkland, WA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sumner Middle School
What grades does Sumner Middle School serve?
Sumner Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sumner Middle School?
Sumner Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sumner Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sumner 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 Sumner Middle School rank in WA?
Sumner Middle School ranks #504 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sumner Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sumner Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Sumner Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sumner Middle School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sumner Middle School a charter school?
No, Sumner Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sumner Middle School a Title I school?
No, Sumner Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sumner Middle School?
42.5% of students at Sumner 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (253) 891-5000
Resources & Links
District
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 10,674
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,438
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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