Below Average
#1898 of 2,228 schools in WA
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts
High School · Tacoma School District
6701 S Park Ave, Tacoma, WA 98444
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,898 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#77 of 88
public schools
In district
#57 of 62
Tacoma School District
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Industrial Design Engineering and Arts
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About Industrial Design Engineering and Arts
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts is a public high school in Tacoma, WA, part of Tacoma School District. Industrial Design Engineering and Arts serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Industrial Design Engineering and Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,898 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Industrial Design Engineering and Arts show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Industrial Design Engineering and Arts 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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Industrial Design Engineering and Arts — Students at Industrial Design Engineering and Arts score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 3.5/10.
How Industrial Design Engineering and Arts Compares
See how Industrial Design Engineering and Arts 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
6701 S Park Ave, Tacoma, WA 98444
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Industrial Design Engineering and Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lyon Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 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, 1.8 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 | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fawcett Elementary School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Baker Middle School Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Birney Elementary School Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Mann Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Fern Hill Elementary School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Stewart Middle School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Larchmont Elementary School Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Lyon Elementary School Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Angelo Giaudrone Middle School Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Sheridan Elementary School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Helen Stafford Elementary School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Whitman Elementary School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Boze Elementary School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln High School Tacoma | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Christensen Elementary Tacoma | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Arlington Elementary School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
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 Industrial Design Engineering and Arts
What grades does Industrial Design Engineering and Arts serve?
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Industrial Design Engineering and Arts?
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Industrial Design Engineering and Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Industrial Design Engineering and Arts is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Industrial Design Engineering and Arts rank in WA?
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts ranks #1,898 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Industrial Design Engineering and Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Industrial Design Engineering and Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Industrial Design Engineering and Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Industrial Design Engineering and Arts has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Industrial Design Engineering and Arts a charter school?
No, Industrial Design Engineering and Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Industrial Design Engineering and Arts a Title I school?
No, Industrial Design Engineering and Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Industrial Design Engineering and Arts?
51.3% of students at Industrial Design Engineering and Arts 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (253) 571-7906
Resources & Links
District
Tacoma School District- District Enrollment
- 28,272
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,679
- District Rank
- #57 of 62
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