About Komachin
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.
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.
Survey Results
Learn what our community sees as North Thurston's greatest strengths and challenges as we plan for the future.
Community Partners
Thank you to our community partner Aloha Açai & Coffee Co.!
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 & School Improvement Plan
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 second semester of the 2023-24 school year, 66% of Komachin students had “at risk or chronic” attendance. In 2024-25, we will decrease the percentage of Komachin students with at risk or chronic attendance to 55% or less, as measured by the second semester attendance data.
School Improvement Plan
Building History
Komachin Middle School was built in 1992 on 29.3 acres. It is located at 3650 College Street SE in Lacey.
In 2010, the city upgraded the school's parking lot and driveways, creating new access and improving traffic flow as part of the Mullen Road Extension project.
- In 2011, energy-efficient lighting was installed in the gym utilizing state energy grant funds.
- In 2016, a new roof was completed.
- In 2024, a full modernization of the building and grounds included removing portable classrooms, a new classroom and office building with secure entrances, and more. See more construction projects on Building Our Future.