Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stanley Elementary School 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 is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanley serves a central area of Tacoma, WA, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanley Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Stanley 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 Stanley Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#1228 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanley Elementary School's ranking?
Stanley Elementary School is ranked #1228 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Stanley Elementary School often compared to?
Stanley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Stanley Elementary School?
325 students attend Stanley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Stanley Elementary School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanley Elementary School?
Stanley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stanley Elementary School offer ?
Stanley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanley Elementary School part of?
Stanley Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Stanley Elementary School located?
Stanley Elementary School is located in the Central Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in Central Tacoma.
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