Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Geiger Montessori School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Geiger Montessori School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Geiger Montessori School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geiger Montessori School is 0.67, which is less 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
#737 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geiger Montessori School's ranking?
Geiger Montessori School is ranked #737 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Geiger Montessori School often compared to?
Geiger Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Geiger Montessori School?
517 students attend Geiger Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Geiger Montessori School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geiger Montessori School?
Geiger Montessori School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Geiger Montessori School offer ?
Geiger Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Geiger Montessori School part of?
Geiger Montessori School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Geiger Montessori School located?
Geiger Montessori School is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
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