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Christensen Elementary

Franklin Pierce School District · Pierce County · 10232 Barnes Lane S, Tacoma, WA 98444.0

(253)298-3305

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2/10
#937
Rank 937 out of 1,162
English Language Arts3/10 · #831 · 29th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #934 · 20th percentile
Science1/10 · #944 · 10th percentile

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School Overview

Christensen Elementary sits in the southern Tacoma neighborhood of Parkland, a working-class community with a tight-knit feel and easy access to both city amenities and the open spaces of Pierce County. The school serves a diverse student body, and families who are engaged and looking to be active partners in their child's education will find opportunities to make a real difference here. For those drawn to affordable Tacoma living and a school community where involvement matters, Christensen is worth a closer look.

Student Demographics

171 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
59 (35%)
White
31 (18%)
Pacific Islander
28 (16%)
Multiple Races
26 (15%)
Other
27 (16%)

Key Indicators

English Learners46 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged139 (81%)
Students with Disabilities23 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

337
Enrollment
24
Teachers (FTE)
14:1
Student-Staff Ratio
24.4
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #604 · 53rd percentile

71 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found