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#1259 of 2,228 schools in WA
Blix Elementary School
Elementary School · Tacoma School District
1302 E 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98404
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,259 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#47 of 88
public schools
In district
#34 of 62
Tacoma School District
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Blix Elementary School
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About Blix Elementary School
Blix Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tacoma, WA, part of Tacoma School District. Blix Elementary School serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blix Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,259 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Blix Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Blix Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
60% of students at Blix Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Blix Elementary School — Students at Blix Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Blix Elementary School Compares
See how Blix Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1302 E 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blix Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyon Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mann Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitman Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Public Schools Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Lister Elementary School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| First Creek Middle School Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Sheridan Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Lyon Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Boze Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Summit Public School: Olympus Seattle | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Stewart Middle School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Willard Early Learning Center Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Fawcett Elementary School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln High School Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Waller Road Elementary Tacoma | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Whitman Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mann Elementary School Tacoma | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Tacoma Open Doors Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| EVERGREEN LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Tacoma | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Industrial Design Engineering and Arts Tacoma | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,562
Median Home Value
$387,300
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
35,829
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 6.1 |
| Cascade Elementary School Renton, WA | 6.1 |
| Ellsworth Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 6.1 |
| Fawcett Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 6.1 |
| Forks Elementary School Forks, WA | 6.1 |
| Kimball Elementary School Seattle, WA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blix Elementary School
What grades does Blix Elementary School serve?
Blix Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blix Elementary School?
Blix Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blix Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blix Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blix Elementary School rank in WA?
Blix Elementary School ranks #1,259 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Blix Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blix Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Blix Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blix Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blix Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blix Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blix Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blix Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blix Elementary School?
71.3% of students at Blix Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.4%
- Phone
- (253) 571-7400
Resources & Links
District
Tacoma School District- District Enrollment
- 28,272
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,679
- District Rank
- #34 of 62
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