Metro Parks Program High School serves 12 students in grades 9-11.
Minority enrollment was 33% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
33%
5%
White
67%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Metro Parks Program High School?
12 students attend Metro Parks Program High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Metro Parks Program High School students are White, and 33% of students are Black.
What grades does Metro Parks Program High School offer ?
Metro Parks Program High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Metro Parks Program High School part of?
Metro Parks Program High School is part of Tacoma School District.
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