Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manitou Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manitou Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Manitou Park Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manitou Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manitou Park Elementary School is 0.81, 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
#1894 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
19%
5%
White
21%
49%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manitou Park Elementary School's ranking?
Manitou Park Elementary School is ranked #1894 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Manitou Park Elementary School?
460 students attend Manitou Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Manitou Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manitou Park Elementary School?
Manitou Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Manitou Park Elementary School offer ?
Manitou Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Manitou Park Elementary School part of?
Manitou Park Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Manitou Park Elementary School located?
Manitou Park Elementary School is located in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in South Tacoma.
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