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#293 of 381 private schools in WA

Concordia Christian Academy

School

202 E 56 ST, Tacoma, WA 98404

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#293 of 381

In Tacoma

#14 of 18

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About Concordia Christian Academy

Concordia Christian Academy is a private school in Tacoma, WA. Concordia Christian Academy serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Concordia Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.8 pts below WA schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, Concordia Christian Academy 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.

Concordia Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Concordia Christian Academy compares to 90 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.4:1

This School

17.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

192

This School

464

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.9% vs 0%

Black 6.2% vs 0%

Asian 3.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%

Concordia Christian Academy Tacoma Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Concordia Christian Academy (this school)	—	192	12.4:1	5.6
Fawcett Elementary School	0.3 mi	405	16.2:1	6.1
Sheridan Elementary School	0.4 mi	480	17.1:1	6.4
Stewart Middle School	0.6 mi	621	21.4:1	5.6
Lyon Elementary School	0.7 mi	344	15:1	8.8
Boze Elementary School	0.8 mi	443	17:1	7.0
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts	0.9 mi	382	17.4:1	4.6
Mann Elementary School	1.0 mi	334	18.6:1	8.2
First Creek Middle School	1.1 mi	562	17.6:1	5.8
Blix Elementary School	1.4 mi	422	16.9:1	6.1
Lister Elementary School	1.4 mi	401	16:1	7.0
Whitman Elementary School	1.5 mi	342	15.5:1	7.3
Lincoln High School	1.5 mi	1,529	18.9:1	5.1
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School	1.6 mi	430	15.9:1	3.8
Birney Elementary School	1.7 mi	489	14.8:1	5.1
Baker Middle School	1.8 mi	647	17.5:1	6.5
Waller Road Elementary	1.8 mi	295	12.8:1	5.2
Larchmont Elementary School	1.9 mi	296	14.8:1	6.6
Fern Hill Elementary School	1.9 mi	287	15.9:1	6.2
Harvard Elementary	2.0 mi	421	12.8:1	5.6
Impact Public Schools	2.0 mi	256	11.1:1	6.7

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,183.2

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 26%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 192

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.9%

Black 6.2%

Asian 3.1%

Hispanic 2.6%

Pacific Islander 2.1%

Native American 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

202 E 56 ST, Tacoma, WA 98404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Concordia Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lyon Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mann Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitman Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma	0.0 mi	191	7.1
Fawcett Elementary School Tacoma	0.3 mi	405	6.1
Sheridan Elementary School Tacoma	0.4 mi	480	6.4
Stewart Middle School Tacoma	0.6 mi	621	5.6
Lyon Elementary School Tacoma	0.7 mi	344	8.8
Boze Elementary School Tacoma	0.8 mi	443	7.0
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts Tacoma	0.9 mi	382	4.6
Mann Elementary School Tacoma	1.0 mi	334	8.2
First Creek Middle School Tacoma	1.1 mi	562	5.8
Blix Elementary School Tacoma	1.4 mi	422	6.1
Lincoln High School Tacoma	1.5 mi	1,529	5.1
Larchmont Elementary School Tacoma	1.9 mi	296	6.6
Whitman Elementary School Tacoma	1.5 mi	342	7.3
Willard Early Learning Center Tacoma	1.9 mi	30	5.1
Lister Elementary School Tacoma	1.4 mi	401	7.0
Baker Middle School Tacoma	1.8 mi	647	6.5
Fern Hill Elementary School Tacoma	1.9 mi	287	6.2
Birney Elementary School Tacoma	1.7 mi	489	5.1
Impact Public Schools Tacoma	2.0 mi	256	6.7
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School Tacoma	1.6 mi	430	3.8

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

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EV Parent Partnership Spokane Valley, WA	180	5.5
Home Choice Academy Vancouver, WA	194	5.5
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Lake Quinault School Amanda Park, WA	223	5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Concordia Christian Academy

What grades does Concordia Christian Academy serve?

Concordia Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Concordia Christian Academy?

Concordia Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Concordia Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Concordia Christian Academy is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Concordia Christian Academy rank in WA?

Concordia Christian Academy ranks #293 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Concordia Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Concordia Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Concordia Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Concordia Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Concordia Christian Academy a religious school?

Concordia Christian Academy has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 51 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 192
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Pierce County
Phone: (253) 389-0349

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