Serving 2,919 students in grades 9-12, Tahoma Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Tahoma Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Maple Valley, WA, encompassing approximately 121.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tahoma Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tahoma Senior High School's student population of 2,919 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,919 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Tahoma High School, home of the Bears!
School Rankings
Tahoma Senior High 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 Senior High School is 0.55, 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
#229 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahoma Senior High School's ranking?
Tahoma Senior High School is ranked #229 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tahoma Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Tahoma Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Tahoma Senior High School?
2,919 students attend Tahoma Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tahoma Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tahoma Senior High School?
Tahoma Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tahoma Senior High School offer ?
Tahoma Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tahoma Senior High School part of?
Tahoma Senior High School is part of Tahoma School District.
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