Serving 5 students in grades 6-12, Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E 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 <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E's student population of 5 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
40%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
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 65% WA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% WA state average).
How many students attend Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E?
5 students attend Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E students are White, and 40% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E?
Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E offer ?
Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E part of?
Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E is part of Tumwater School District.
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