About Komachin

Welcome

Welcome to Komachin Middle School!

We opened in 1992 and serve grades 6–8 in Lacey, Washington. We have a strong academic focus, but also offer a wide variety of activities and programs.

Mission

“Making a difference today...to make a difference for tomorrow.”

Our staff is committed to academic excellence, embedded in a philosophy that supports and nurtures the whole child as we prepare them for high school and beyond. Our school is characterized as a community of learners, with integrated instruction and curriculum, personalized learning, and a quality staff dedicated to the success of all students. Smaller learning communities called Dens are organized with teams of advisors and content teachers to support the unique needs of middle school-aged students.

Equity Pledge

We are Komachin Middle School! As a community, we pledge to help create a safe and effective school environment for all. We strive to protect each other from harassment, abuse, and mistreatment. We will create an environment in which it is safe for people to learn, and to express themselves, their individuality, and their identity. Together we promise to speak up for justice, demand equity, value diversity in our community, and foster inclusion through daily actions of kindness, compassion, and empathy.

Get Involved

Komachin values the strong support of our families and community. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring, tutoring, participating in events and field trips, helping in the classroom, and more.

Goals

Academic Gap Goal

The percentage of 6–8th grade students meeting expectations on the 2024 math SBA will increase by at least 10% compared to last year’s math SBA results in each grade level.

Behavior Gap Goal

During the 2nd semester of the 2022-23 school year, 70% of Komachin middle school students had “at risk or chronic” attendance. In 2023-24, we will decrease the percentage of KMS students with "at risk or chronic" attendance to our pre-COVID rates of 50% or less as measured by the 2nd semester attendance data.

School Improvement Plan

Read our Current Improvement Plan

Community Partners

NTPS helps strengthen relationships with our community through partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and places of worship. Want to know more about partnering your organization with an NTPS school?

Community Partnerships

Komachin Middle School

Komachin Middle School is proud to partner with Earth Friendly Products!

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https://ecos.com

Partnership PIELights

Our partners are helping out in all kinds of ways.

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History

Komachin Middle School was built in 1992 on 29.3 acres. It is located at 3650 College Street SE in Lacey. The 89,360 square foot building, including 43 instructional spaces, plus 8 portable classrooms, serves grades 6-8. In 2010, as part of the City’s Mullen Road Extension project, the City upgraded the school’s parking lot and driveways, creating new access and improving traffic flow for parents and staff. In 2011, energy-efficient lighting upgrades were completed in the gym utilizing state energy grant funds. A new roof was completed in 2016. A full modernization of the building and grounds was completed in 2024.

Grades Served

6–8

Building

Opened in 1992. Full modernization completed in 2024.

School Data

For enrollment, demographics, student performance, and other numbers, see our Washington State Report Card.

Komachin Report Card

Survey Results

Learn what our community sees as North Thurston's greatest strengths and challenges as we plan for the future.

Family Survey Results

Student Survey Results

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