Below Average
#1996 of 2,228 schools in WA
Edna Travis Elementary School
Elementary School · Tacoma School District
2111 S J St, Tacoma, WA 98405
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,996 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#82 of 88
public schools
In district
#59 of 62
Tacoma School District
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Edna Travis Elementary School
Elementary School in Tacoma · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edna Travis Elementary School
Edna Travis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tacoma, WA, part of Tacoma School District. Edna Travis Elementary School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Edna Travis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,996 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Edna Travis Elementary School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Edna Travis 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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Edna Travis Elementary School — Students at Edna Travis Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Edna Travis Elementary School Compares
See how Edna Travis 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
2111 S J St, Tacoma, WA 98405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edna Travis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyon Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitman Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tacoma Open Doors Tacoma | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Bates Technical High School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Stanley Elementary School Tacoma | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Comm Based Trans Program Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Special Services Tacoma | 1.0 mi | — |
| Tacoma School of the Arts Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Willard Early Learning Center Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln High School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| TACOMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Summit Public School: Olympus Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Bryant Montessori School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Bryant Montessori Middle School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Whitman Elementary School Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Reed Elementary School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| THE COR DEO SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Hilltop Heritage Middle School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Stadium High School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Insight School of WA Open Doors Program Tacoma | 1.5 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Lyon Elementary School Tacoma | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Mattawa Elementary Mattawa, WA | 4.2 |
| Woodmont K-8 School Des Moines, WA | 4.2 |
| Belfair Elementary Belfair, WA | 4.3 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN - PUYALLUP ELEMENTARY Puyallup, WA | 4.3 |
| Hofstetter Elementary Colville, WA | 4.3 |
| Lowell Elementary School Seattle, WA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edna Travis Elementary School
What grades does Edna Travis Elementary School serve?
Edna Travis Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Edna Travis Elementary School?
Edna Travis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edna Travis Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edna Travis Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edna Travis Elementary School rank in WA?
Edna Travis Elementary School ranks #1,996 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Edna Travis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edna Travis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Edna Travis Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edna Travis Elementary School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edna Travis Elementary School a charter school?
No, Edna Travis Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edna Travis Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Edna Travis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edna Travis Elementary School?
90.2% of students at Edna Travis 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
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.4%
- Phone
- (253) 571-4900
Resources & Links
District
Tacoma School District- District Enrollment
- 28,272
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,679
- District Rank
- #59 of 62
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