Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reed 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Reed Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reed 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 Reed Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#1857 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
24%
5%
White
17%
49%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
24%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Reed Elementary School is ranked #1857 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Reed Elementary School?
361 students attend Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Reed Elementary School students are Two or more races, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reed Elementary School?
Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Reed Elementary School offer ?
Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Reed Elementary School part of?
Reed Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Reed Elementary School located?
Reed Elementary School is located in the South End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in South End.
School Reviews
5 1/11/2007
this is a good school i went their when i was younger now im in 9 grade wow long time i hope all those kids take there chances to learn all they can.shout outs to wats up ms. neary, ms. dana, ms.kop. all my favorite teachers their
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