Serving 382 students in grades 9-12, Industrial Design Engineering And Arts ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts's student population of 382 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is 0.68, 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
#556 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
49%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Industrial Design Engineering And Arts's ranking?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is ranked #556 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Industrial Design Engineering And Arts often compared to?
Industrial Design Engineering And Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Tacoma School Of The Arts, Science And Math Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts?
The graduation rate of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Industrial Design Engineering And Arts?
382 students attend Industrial Design Engineering And Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Industrial Design Engineering And Arts offer ?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Industrial Design Engineering And Arts part of?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Industrial Design Engineering And Arts located?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
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