Serving 618 students in grades 9-12, Tacoma School Of The Arts 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tacoma School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tacoma School Of The Arts's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tacoma School Of The Arts 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 Tacoma School Of The Arts is 0.72, 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
#1385 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
13%
5%
White
46%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tacoma School Of The Arts's ranking?
Tacoma School Of The Arts is ranked #1385 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tacoma School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Tacoma School Of The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Tacoma School Of The Arts?
618 students attend Tacoma School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Tacoma School Of The Arts students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tacoma School Of The Arts?
Tacoma School Of The Arts has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tacoma School Of The Arts offer ?
Tacoma School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tacoma School Of The Arts part of?
Tacoma School Of The Arts is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Tacoma School Of The Arts located?
Tacoma School Of The Arts is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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