#16 Most Diverse Public Middle Schools in Pierce County
First Creek Middle School
Sophomore: What I liked about First Creek was the diversity, college readiness, and overall community. As a 6th grader, I didn't know any colleges or universities except the nearby ones, but at First Creek, it was regularly insisted that the students research college and careers, which helped me a lot. There was always lots of support from faculty and we were always encouraged to excel with rigor. Many years ago, First Creek was known as the school for delinquents and future criminals. This reputation has completely changed because of the many activities and clubs started by faculty and volunteers that have involved former "problem children" in community-based services and programs in which they get to help the people around them and learn about different paths. I was always told at First Creek that with rigor, anything was possible, and that's still something I think back on all the time.... Read 4 reviews
#16 Most Diverse Public Middle Schools in Pierce County.
First Creek Middle School
Tacoma School District, WA,
6-8,
4 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says What I liked about First Creek was the diversity, college readiness, and overall community. As a 6th grader, I didn't know any colleges or universities except the nearby ones, but at First Creek, it....
Read 4 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Students: 721,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,