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Science and Math Institute

Tacoma School District · Pierce County · 5501 N. Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407.0

(253)571-2300

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8/10
#105
Rank 105 out of 378
Top 28%
English Language Arts8/10 · #89 · 78th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #173 · 54th percentile
Science10/10 · #24 · 94th percentile

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School Overview

Science and Math Institute lives up to its name — science scores here are among the strongest in the state, making it a natural fit for families with kids who light up around labs, experiments, and big questions about how the world works. It sits in Tacoma's North End, one of the city's most walkable and established neighborhoods, with tree-lined streets, proximity to Puget Sound, and a tight-knit community feel that sets it apart from the rest of the city. Families drawn to a focused STEM identity, a smaller school environment, and the genuine urban character of Tacoma — without the price tag of Seattle — tend to find a lot to love here.

Student Demographics

145 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
85 (59%)
Hispanic
24 (17%)
Multiple Races
15 (10%)
Other
21 (14%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged48 (33%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

598
Enrollment
36
Teachers (FTE)
16.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
21
Avg Class Size

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

11
AP Courses
offered
53%
AP Participation
of students
323
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

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 Programs7/10 · #200 · 66th percentile

58 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found