Serving 422 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 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (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 422 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Blix Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blix Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1916 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
9%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
18%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blix Elementary School's ranking?
Blix Elementary School is ranked #1916 out of 2,113 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Blix Elementary School?
422 students attend Blix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Blix Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blix Elementary School?
Blix Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blix Elementary School offer ?
Blix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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