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#1680 of 2,228 schools in WA
Early Learning Center
School · Franklin Pierce School District
12223 S A Street, Tacoma, WA 98444
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 85 schools in Tacoma. Learn more
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
30.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
30.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,680 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#65 of 88
public schools
In district
#7 of 14
Franklin Pierce School District
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Early Learning Center
School in Tacoma · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Early Learning Center
Early Learning Center is a public school in Tacoma, WA, part of Franklin Pierce School District. Early Learning Center serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 30.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,680 of 2,228 schools in WA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Early Learning Center runs 30.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
81% of students at Early Learning Center 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
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 Early Learning Center Compares
See how Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12223 S A Street, Tacoma, WA 98444
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Gates Secondary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James Sales Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chester H Thompson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Tacoma | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Gates Secondary School Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| James Sales Elementary Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Christensen Elementary Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| IMAGINATION SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.6 mi | — |
| Washington High School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Franklin Pierce High School Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Morris Ford Middle School Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Collins Elementary Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Spanaway Middle School Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Thompson Preschool Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Larchmont Elementary School Tacoma | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Midland Elementary Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Fern Hill Elementary School Tacoma | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,464
Median Home Value
$369,500
Median Rent
$1,581/mo
Population
35,660
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
34.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Learning Center
What grades does Early Learning Center serve?
Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Learning Center?
Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Learning Center is 30.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Learning Center rank in WA?
Early Learning Center ranks #1,680 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Learning Center?
71.1% of students at Early Learning Center 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.0%
- Phone
- (253) 298-4675
Resources & Links
District
Franklin Pierce School District- District Enrollment
- 7,296
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,065
- District Rank
- #7 of 14
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