Serving 688 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tahoma Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tahoma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tahoma Elementary School's student population of 688 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Tahoma Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tahoma Elementary School is 0.51, which is less 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
#307 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahoma Elementary School's ranking?
Tahoma Elementary School is ranked #307 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tahoma Elementary School often compared to?
Tahoma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Lake Elementary School, Lake Wilderness Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tahoma Elementary School?
688 students attend Tahoma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tahoma Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tahoma Elementary School?
Tahoma Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tahoma Elementary School offer ?
Tahoma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tahoma Elementary School part of?
Tahoma Elementary School is part of Tahoma School District.
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