Stadium High School is a public high school in Tacoma, Washington, and a historic landmark. It is part of Tacoma Public Schools, or Tacoma School District No. 10 and is located in the Stadium District, near downtown Tacoma.
Serving 1,700 students in grades 9-12, Stadium High School 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 41% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The Stadium school serves the northeast part of Tacoma, WA, covering an area of approximately 28.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stadium High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stadium High School's student population of 1,700 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,700 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stadium High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stadium High School is 0.71, 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
#553 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
8%
5%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stadium Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stadium High School's ranking?
Stadium High School is ranked #553 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Stadium High School often compared to?
Stadium High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Dolores Silas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stadium High School?
The graduation rate of Stadium High School is 93%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stadium High School?
1,700 students attend Stadium High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Stadium High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stadium High School?
Stadium High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stadium High School offer ?
Stadium High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stadium High School part of?
Stadium High School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Stadium High School located?
Stadium High School is located in the Stadium District neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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