Very Good
#621 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 28% in state
Comm Based Trans Program
High School · Tacoma School District
601 S 8th St, Tacoma, WA 98405
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 85 schools in Tacoma. Learn more
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
12th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#621 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#23 of 88
public schools
In district
#17 of 62
Tacoma School District
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Comm Based Trans Program
High School in Tacoma · grades 12th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Special Services
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Bates Technical High School
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Comm Based Trans Program
Comm Based Trans Program is a public high school in Tacoma, WA, part of Tacoma School District. Comm Based Trans Program serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades 12th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Comm Based Trans Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #621 of 2,228 schools in WA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Comm Based Trans Program is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Comm Based Trans Program Compares
See how Comm Based Trans Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 S 8th St, Tacoma, WA 98405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Comm Based Trans Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bates Technical High School (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Stadium High School (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Summit Public School: Olympus (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Seattle), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Special Services Tacoma | 0.0 mi | — |
| Bates Technical High School Tacoma | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Tacoma School of the Arts Tacoma | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| THE COR DEO SCHOOL Tacoma | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Stadium High School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Tacoma Open Doors Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Edna Travis Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Bryant Montessori School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bryant Montessori Middle School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Stanley Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Hilltop Heritage Middle School Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ANNIE WRIGHT SCHOOLS Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| TACOMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Summit Public School: Olympus Seattle | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Lowell Elementary School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Grant Elementary School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Willard Early Learning Center Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln High School Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Reed Elementary School Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,024
Median Home Value
$443,800
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
25,306
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
51.7%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle, WA | 7.5 |
| Discovery High School-Achieve Longview, WA | 7.5 |
| Granite Falls Open Doors Granite Falls, WA | 7.5 |
| MLSD Open Doors Re-Engagement Program Moses Lake, WA | 7.5 |
| Mukilteo Reengagement Academy Open Doors Everett, WA | 7.5 |
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Lacey, WA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Comm Based Trans Program
What grades does Comm Based Trans Program serve?
Comm Based Trans Program serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Comm Based Trans Program?
Comm Based Trans Program has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Comm Based Trans Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Comm Based Trans Program is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Comm Based Trans Program rank in WA?
Comm Based Trans Program ranks #621 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Comm Based Trans Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Comm Based Trans Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Comm Based Trans Program a charter school?
No, Comm Based Trans Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Comm Based Trans Program a Title I school?
No, Comm Based Trans Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Comm Based Trans Program?
47.3% of students at Comm Based Trans Program 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
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.4%
- Phone
- (253) 571-2603
Resources & Links
District
Tacoma School District- District Enrollment
- 28,272
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,679
- District Rank
- #17 of 62
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