Tcc Fresh Start ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 73%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (12-13)
201 students

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)50-59%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥90%
73%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(12-13)2%
1%

Asian
(12-13)4%
8%

Hispanic
(12-13)12%
20%

Black
(12-13)15%
5%

White
(12-13)65%
59%

Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(12-13)2%
6%


Graduation Rate
(13-14)≤20%
80%

Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
38%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% WA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tcc Fresh Start?
The graduation rate of Tcc Fresh Start is 20%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 80%.
How many students attend Tcc Fresh Start?
201 students attend Tcc Fresh Start.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tcc Fresh Start students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Tcc Fresh Start offer ?
Tcc Fresh Start offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tcc Fresh Start part of?
Tcc Fresh Start is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Tcc Fresh Start located?
Tcc Fresh Start is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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