The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 73%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (19-20)
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
8%
Hispanic
(19-20)50%
24%
Black
(19-20)n/a
5%
White
(19-20)50%
53%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
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 60% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% WA state average).
How many students attend Tacoma Pierce County Education Center?
2 students attend Tacoma Pierce County Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tacoma Pierce County Education Center students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Tacoma Pierce County Education Center offer ?
Tacoma Pierce County Education Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tacoma Pierce County Education Center part of?
Tacoma Pierce County Education Center is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Tacoma Pierce County Education Center located?
Tacoma Pierce County Education Center is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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