Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grant Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Grant School serves the northwest part of Tacoma, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grant Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#369 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
20%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant Elementary School's ranking?
Grant Elementary School is ranked #369 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Grant Elementary School often compared to?
Grant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Grant Elementary School?
378 students attend Grant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Grant Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant Elementary School?
Grant Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grant Elementary School offer ?
Grant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grant Elementary School part of?
Grant Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Grant Elementary School located?
Grant Elementary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in North End.
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