Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blix 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 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blix Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blix Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blix 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 Blix Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1720 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
37%
25%
Black
10%
5%
White
19%
50%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Blix Elementary School's ranking?
Blix Elementary School is ranked #1720 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Blix Elementary School often compared to?
Blix Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Blix Elementary School?
492 students attend Blix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Blix Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blix Elementary School?
Blix Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blix Elementary School offer ?
Blix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blix Elementary School part of?
Blix Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Blix Elementary School located?
Blix Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Eastside.
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