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Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School

Bethel School District · Pierce County · 16720 Waller Rd E, Tacoma, WA 98446.0

(253)800-3000

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7/10
#367
Rank 367 out of 1,162
Top 31%
English Language Arts7/10 · #411 · 65th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #357 · 69th percentile
Science7/10 · #335 · 68th percentile

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School Overview

Katherine G. Johnson Elementary sits in the southeastern corner of Tacoma, in a quieter, more suburban stretch of Pierce County where the pace slows down a bit compared to the city's busier corridors. Named after the trailblazing NASA mathematician, the school carries a spirit of curiosity and aspiration that resonates with its solid academic performance — landing comfortably above average across English, math, and science. Families looking for a grounded neighborhood school with room for their kids to grow, without the intensity of more competitive districts, will find a welcoming community here.

Student Demographics

303 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
79 (26%)
Multiple Races
72 (24%)
Hispanic
59 (19%)
African American
38 (13%)
Asian
27 (9%)
Other
28 (9%)

Key Indicators

English Learners41 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged185 (61%)
Students with Disabilities34 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

594
Enrollment
41
Teachers (FTE)
14.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
21.6
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 Programs4/10 · #894 · 30th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found