Serving 20 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Special Services ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Special Services's student population of 20 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Special Services 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 Special Services 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
#850 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
30%
5%
White
50%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Special Services's ranking?
Special Services is ranked #850 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Special Services often compared to?
Special Servicesis often viewed alongside schools like New Market High School, Oakland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Special Services?
The graduation rate of Special Services is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 88%.
How many students attend Special Services?
20 students attend Special Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Special Services students are White, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Special Services offer ?
Special Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Special Services part of?
Special Services is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Special Services located?
Special Services is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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