Perry G Keithley Middle School

12324 12th Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98444
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Serving 771 students in grades 6-8, Perry G Keithley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 771 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Perry G Keithley Middle School's student population of 771 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
771 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
The PGK Community is committed to individual excellence through collective action, communication, and celebration.

School Rankings

Perry G Keithley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry G Keithley Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#2011 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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11%
41%
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30%
53%
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21%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
5%
9%
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Hispanic
33%
26%
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Black
12%
5%
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White
23%
48%
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Hawaiian
8%
2%
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Two or more races
18%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.79
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Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Perry G Keithley Middle School's ranking?
Perry G Keithley Middle School is ranked #2011 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Perry G Keithley Middle School often compared to?
Perry G Keithley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Ford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Perry G Keithley Middle School?
771 students attend Perry G Keithley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Perry G Keithley Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry G Keithley Middle School?
Perry G Keithley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Perry G Keithley Middle School offer ?
Perry G Keithley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry G Keithley Middle School part of?
Perry G Keithley Middle School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 771 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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