Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crescent Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crescent Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Crescent Heights Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crescent Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crescent Heights Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
44%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crescent Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Crescent Heights Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Crescent Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Crescent Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Browns Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Crescent Heights Elementary School?
396 students attend Crescent Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Crescent Heights Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crescent Heights Elementary School?
Crescent Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Crescent Heights Elementary School offer ?
Crescent Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Crescent Heights Elementary School part of?
Crescent Heights Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Crescent Heights Elementary School located?
Crescent Heights Elementary School is located in the Northeast Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Northeast Tacoma.
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