The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 72%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (11-12)
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(11-12)4%
2%
Asian
(11-12)9%
7%
Hispanic
(11-12)12%
20%
Black
(11-12)21%
5%
White
(11-12)39%
60%
Hawaiian
(11-12)6%
1%
Two or more races
(11-12)9%
5%
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
3%
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 schools are Tacoma Business Academy often compared to?
Tacoma Business Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bates Technical High School, Bates Technical College - Open Doors by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tacoma Business Academy?
The graduation rate of Tacoma Business Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 78%.
How many students attend Tacoma Business Academy?
33 students attend Tacoma Business Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Tacoma Business Academy students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Tacoma Business Academy offer ?
Tacoma Business Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tacoma Business Academy part of?
Tacoma Business Academy is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Tacoma Business Academy located?
Tacoma Business Academy is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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