Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Home Based 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 was ≥50% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 74%).
Minority enrollment was 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≥50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≥50%
74%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
87%
47%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Home Based?
The graduation rate of Home Based is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 80%.
How many students attend Home Based?
242 students attend Home Based.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Home Based students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Home Based offer ?
Home Based offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Home Based part of?
Home Based is part of Tacoma School District.
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