Serving 307 students in grades 9-12, Tacoma Open Doors ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89%
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tacoma Open Doors ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tacoma Open Doors's student population of 307 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tacoma Open Doors is 0.76, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)80-89%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
18%
5%
White
38%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tacoma Open Doors?
The graduation rate of Tacoma Open Doors is 10-14%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Tacoma Open Doors?
307 students attend Tacoma Open Doors.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Tacoma Open Doors students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Tacoma Open Doors offer ?
Tacoma Open Doors offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tacoma Open Doors part of?
Tacoma Open Doors is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Tacoma Open Doors located?
Tacoma Open Doors is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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