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Imagination School
Elementary School
14824 C ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Imagination School
Elementary School in Tacoma · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Imagination School
Imagination School is a private elementary school in Tacoma, WA. Imagination School serves approximately 11 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 11 students, Imagination School 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.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Imagination School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Imagination School 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
BetaHow Imagination School compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Imagination School (this school) | — |
| Spanaway Middle School | 6.7 |
| Thompson Preschool | 5.1 |
| Brookdale Elementary | 6.4 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary | 8.2 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School | 4.0 |
| Early Learning Center | 5.1 |
| Collins Elementary | 6.3 |
| James Sales Elementary | 8.6 |
| Naches Trail Elementary | 7.3 |
| Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Christensen Elementary | 4.4 |
| Morris Ford Middle School | 3.8 |
| Clover Creek Elementary | 8.1 |
| Midland Elementary | 5.2 |
| Helen Stafford Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Central Avenue Elementary | 4.5 |
| Larchmont Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Fern Hill Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Baker Middle School | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 74 schools. View all schools in Tacoma
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Address
- 14824 C ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444
- Phone
- (253) 535-2522
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in WA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
14824 C ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagination School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camas Prairie Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Spanaway). Another option is James Sales Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away). Additionally, Chester H Thompson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Tacoma | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Spanaway Middle School Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Gates Secondary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Acceleration Academy Spanaway | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Thompson Preschool Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Spanaway Elementary Spanaway | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BETHEL HOPE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spanaway | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Early Learning Center Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Washington High School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Camas Prairie Elementary Spanaway | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Challenger High School Spanaway | 2.2 mi | 2.4 |
| James Sales Elementary Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Spanaway Lake High School Spanaway | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary Spanaway | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Collins Elementary Tacoma | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagination School
What grades does Imagination School serve?
Imagination School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Imagination School?
Imagination School has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Imagination School?
The student-teacher ratio at Imagination School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Imagination School a private school?
Yes, Imagination School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Imagination School a religious school?
No, Imagination School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 535-2522
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