Serving 340 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mann School serves the southern part of Tacoma, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Mann Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mann Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 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
#1056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
18%
5%
White
24%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
22%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mann Elementary School's ranking?
Mann Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 2,088 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
340 students attend Mann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Mann Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Black, 8% 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 17:1.
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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