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James Sales Elementary

Franklin Pierce School District · Pierce County · 1301 113th Street S, Tacoma, WA 98444.0

(253)298-4205

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6/10
#534
Rank 534 out of 1,162
Top 46%
English Language Arts6/10 · #558 · 52nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #492 · 58th percentile
Science6/10 · #516 · 51st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

James Sales Elementary sits in the South Tacoma/Parkland area, a working-class community with a strong sense of rootedness and neighborhood pride. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with math being a modest bright spot, making it a solid option for families looking for a dependable neighborhood school without the intensity of more competitive districts. Families who value community connection and are drawn to the unpretentious, evergreen character of South Pierce County tend to find a comfortable fit here.

Student Demographics

194 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
57 (29%)
White
50 (26%)
Multiple Races
35 (18%)
African American
27 (14%)
Other
25 (13%)

Key Indicators

English Learners24 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged151 (78%)
Students with Disabilities34 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

387
Enrollment
25
Teachers (FTE)
15.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
24.7
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 Programs5/10 · #644 · 50th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found