Serving 600 students in grades 9-12, Science And Math Institute ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Science And Math Institute's student population of 600 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Science And Math Institute ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Science And Math Institute is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
7%
5%
White
58%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science And Math Institute's ranking?
Science And Math Institute is ranked #436 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Science And Math Institute often compared to?
Science And Math Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Stadium High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Science And Math Institute?
The graduation rate of Science And Math Institute is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Science And Math Institute?
600 students attend Science And Math Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Science And Math Institute students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science And Math Institute?
Science And Math Institute has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Science And Math Institute offer ?
Science And Math Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Science And Math Institute part of?
Science And Math Institute is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Science And Math Institute located?
Science And Math Institute is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
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