Serving 610 students in grades 9-12, Science And Math Institute ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science And Math Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Science And Math Institute's student population of 610 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Science And Math Institute ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Science And Math Institute is 0.64, 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
#232 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
56%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Science And Math Institute's ranking?
Science And Math Institute is ranked #232 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Science And Math Institute often compared to?
Science And Math Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Stadium High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Science And Math Institute?
The graduation rate of Science And Math Institute is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Science And Math Institute?
610 students attend Science And Math Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Science And Math Institute students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science And Math Institute?
Science And Math Institute has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Science And Math Institute offer ?
Science And Math Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Science And Math Institute part of?
Science And Math Institute is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Science And Math Institute located?
Science And Math Institute is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
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