Serving 648 students in grades 9-12, Tacoma School Of The Arts 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tacoma School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Tacoma School Of The Arts's student population of 648 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Tacoma School Of The Arts 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 Tacoma School Of The Arts is 0.72, 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
#1253 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
44%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 is Tacoma School Of The Arts's ranking?
Tacoma School Of The Arts is ranked #1253 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tacoma School Of The Arts often compared to?
Tacoma School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Industrial Design Engineering And Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tacoma School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Tacoma School Of The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Tacoma School Of The Arts?
648 students attend Tacoma School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Tacoma School Of The Arts students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tacoma School Of The Arts?
Tacoma School Of The Arts has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tacoma School Of The Arts offer ?
Tacoma School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tacoma School Of The Arts part of?
Tacoma School Of The Arts is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Tacoma School Of The Arts located?
Tacoma School Of The Arts is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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