Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mann Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mann Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Mann 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 Mann Elementary School is 0.81, 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
#1164 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
15%
5%
White
25%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Mann Elementary School's ranking?
Mann Elementary School is ranked #1164 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mann Elementary School often compared to?
Mann Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitman Elementary School 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mann Elementary School?
334 students attend Mann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Mann Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mann Elementary School?
Mann Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mann Elementary School offer ?
Mann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mann Elementary School part of?
Mann Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Mann Elementary School located?
Mann Elementary School is located in the South End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in South End.
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