Drum Intermediate School

Drum Intermediate School

Public Elementary, Middle School | Grade 5-7
4909 79TH Ave W,  University Place, WA
University Place School District
3.2
627 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Susie Jensen
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
50%
Reading Proficiency
70%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
70%
Math Proficiency
50%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
7
Equity
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Test Scores

Math
54.8%
State Average
41.7%
Science
56%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
346:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
White
44.8%
Hispanic
17%
Two or more races
15.2%
Black
11.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.4%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#74 Most Diverse Public MS in Washington
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 11 Reviews
5.0 student
7/17/2025
Drum Intermediate is a wonderful school that plays an important role in our community. It provides a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment where students feel supported and encouraged to succeed. One of the school’s greatest strengths is its dedicated teachers, who work hard to make learning en...
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1.0 parent
6/2/2025
The principal is immature. She lies and twists stuff to fit her agenda. She gives students dirty looks when their parents don't like the way she's treating their student. She shouldn't be principal. She doesn't shut down rumors when they are spreading false information about other students. Honestly...
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2.0 parent
8/21/2022
My student immediately felt unsafe at this school, with many forms of negative physical contact that went unnoticed due to lack of supervision/oversight. My impression was that physical violence was normalized here and responsibility shifted to the children involved instead of how the system as a wh...
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5.0 parent
12/31/2021
My son loved his teachers and classmates. They do emphasize strong academics; following up on the homework, too. The teachers provide excellent communication with the parents. Always are prepared for the class with great up to date resources.
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Drum Intermediate School

Drum Intermediate School is a public school for students in grades 5-7 in University Place, WA, in the University Place neighborhood, and is served by the University Place School District in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 627 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 50% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 70% are proficient in reading. Drum Intermediate School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $726,425. Discover additional schools in the area, like Curtis Senior High School, Harrison Preparatory School, Charles Wright Academy, and more. Learn more about what University Place has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Drum Intermediate School.

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