Average
#928 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 42% in state
Based on limited data
Impact Public Schools
Elementary School · Impact | Commencement Bay Elementary
1301 E 34th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#928 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#30 of 88
public schools
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Impact Public Schools
Elementary School in Tacoma · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Impact Public Schools
Impact Public Schools is a public elementary school in Tacoma, WA, part of Impact | Commencement Bay Elementary. Impact Public Schools serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Impact Public Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #928 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Impact Public Schools show 41% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 SBA). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Impact Public Schools is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
63% of students at Impact Public Schools 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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Impact Public Schools — Students at Impact Public Schools score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
How Impact Public Schools Compares
See how Impact Public Schools 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
1301 E 34th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Impact Public Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyon Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitman Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lister Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blix Elementary School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Summit Public School: Olympus Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Lister Elementary School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Willard Early Learning Center Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Lyon Elementary School Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| First Creek Middle School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Sheridan Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln High School Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Stewart Middle School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Tacoma Open Doors Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Fawcett Elementary School Tacoma | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Edna Travis Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Tacoma School of the Arts Tacoma | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Boze Elementary School Tacoma | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Whitman Elementary School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Bates Technical High School Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Comm Based Trans Program Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle, WA | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elementary Port Angeles, WA | 6.7 |
| Green Mountain School Woodland, WA | 6.7 |
| Kitsap Lake Elementary Bremerton, WA | 6.7 |
| Mossyrock Elementary School Mossyrock, WA | 6.7 |
| Parkway Elementary Clarkston, WA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Impact Public Schools
What grades does Impact Public Schools serve?
Impact Public Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Impact Public Schools?
Impact Public Schools has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Impact Public Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Impact Public Schools is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Impact Public Schools rank in WA?
Impact Public Schools ranks #928 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Impact Public Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Impact Public Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Impact Public Schools?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Impact Public Schools has 41% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 SBA).
Is Impact Public Schools a charter school?
Yes, Impact Public Schools is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Impact Public Schools a Title I school?
No, Impact Public Schools is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Impact Public Schools?
74.2% of students at Impact Public Schools 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
- 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.3%
- Phone
- (206) 769-3429
Resources & Links
District
Impact | Commencement Bay Elementary- District Enrollment
- 256
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,509
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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