Dower Elementary School

Lakewood is a working-class community just southwest of Tacoma, and Dower Elementary reflects the everyday resilience you find throughout the area — families here are deeply rooted, and the school serves a diverse mix of students with a range of needs. With scores sitting in the lower percentiles across English, math, and science, Dower faces real academic challenges, and families who prioritize test performance may want to explore additional support options or tutoring resources alongside enrollment. That said, for families already planted in this corner of Pierce County, Dower is part of a tight-knit community where getting involved — in the classroom and beyond — can make a meaningful difference in a child's experience.