Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lister Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lister Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lister Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lister Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lister Elementary School is 0.83, which is more 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
#1573 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
22%
5%
White
16%
50%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lister Elementary School's ranking?
Lister Elementary School is ranked #1573 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lister Elementary School often compared to?
Lister Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larchmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Lister Elementary School?
393 students attend Lister Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
22% of Lister Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lister Elementary School?
Lister Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lister Elementary School offer ?
Lister Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lister Elementary School part of?
Lister Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Lister Elementary School located?
Lister Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Eastside.
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