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#288 of 381 private schools in WA

Parkland Lutheran Church & School

Elementary School

120 123RD ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#288 of 381

In Tacoma

#13 of 18

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About Parkland Lutheran Church & School

Parkland Lutheran Church & School is a private elementary school in Tacoma, WA. Parkland Lutheran Church & School serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkland Lutheran Church & School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #288 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.2 pts below WA schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 92 students, Parkland Lutheran Church & 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.

Parkland Lutheran Church & 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

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How Parkland Lutheran Church & School compares to 76 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.1:1

This School

16.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

393

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

6.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.6% vs 0%

Asian 6.5% vs 0%

Black 4.3% vs 0%

Parkland Lutheran Church & School Tacoma Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Parkland Lutheran Church & School (this school)	—	92	13.1:1	5.6
Early Learning Center	0.1 mi	242	30.2:1	5.1
Brookdale Elementary	0.6 mi	487	15.7:1	6.4
Gates Secondary School	0.7 mi	98	8.9:1	8.6
Elmhurst Elementary School	0.7 mi	327	14.2:1	3.7
Perry G Keithley Middle School	0.9 mi	771	17.1:1	4.0
James Sales Elementary	1.1 mi	377	15.1:1	8.6
Collins Elementary	1.4 mi	488	18.1:1	6.3
Christensen Elementary	1.5 mi	346	15:1	4.4
Morris Ford Middle School	1.6 mi	820	16.1:1	3.8
Midland Elementary	2.0 mi	412	12.9:1	5.2
Spanaway Middle School	2.0 mi	750	22.7:1	6.7
Thompson Preschool	2.1 mi	284	—:1	5.1
Chester H Thompson Elementary	2.2 mi	648	14.4:1	8.2
Helen Stafford Elementary School	2.3 mi	432	17.3:1	3.9
Larchmont Elementary School	2.4 mi	296	14.8:1	6.6
Fern Hill Elementary School	2.5 mi	287	15.9:1	6.2
Baker Middle School	2.8 mi	647	17.5:1	6.5
Harvard Elementary	2.8 mi	421	12.8:1	5.6
Naches Trail Elementary	2.9 mi	443	12.7:1	7.3
Birney Elementary School	3.1 mi	489	14.8:1	5.1

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,162.8

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 49%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.9 / 10

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Enrollment 92

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 67.4%

Two or More 8.7%

Hispanic 7.6%

Asian 6.5%

Black 4.3%

Native American 3.3%

Pacific Islander 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

120 123RD ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkland Lutheran Church & School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James Sales Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chester H Thompson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Larchmont Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Early Learning Center Tacoma	0.1 mi	242	5.1
Brookdale Elementary Tacoma	0.6 mi	487	6.4
Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma	0.7 mi	327	3.7
Gates Secondary School Tacoma	0.7 mi	98	8.6
ST MARY'S ACADEMY Tacoma	1.0 mi	39	6.4
Perry G Keithley Middle School Tacoma	0.9 mi	771	4.0
James Sales Elementary Tacoma	1.1 mi	377	8.6
IMAGINATION SCHOOL Tacoma	1.5 mi	11	—
Washington High School Tacoma	1.1 mi	1,024	4.2
Christensen Elementary Tacoma	1.5 mi	346	4.4
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tacoma	1.8 mi	94	5.1
Franklin Pierce High School Tacoma	1.5 mi	1,138	4.6
Collins Elementary Tacoma	1.4 mi	488	6.3
Spanaway Middle School Tacoma	2.0 mi	750	6.7
Morris Ford Middle School Tacoma	1.6 mi	820	3.8
Thompson Preschool Tacoma	2.1 mi	284	5.1
Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma	2.2 mi	648	8.2
Larchmont Elementary School Tacoma	2.4 mi	296	6.6
Acceleration Academy Spanaway	2.5 mi	405	3.2
Fern Hill Elementary School Tacoma	2.5 mi	287	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

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Lind Elementary School Lind, WA	97	5.6
Nespelem Elementary Nespelem, WA	126	5.6
QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Port Angeles, WA	125	5.6
THE LAKE AND PARK SCHOOL Seattle, WA	63	5.6
Harrington Elementary School Harrington, WA	79	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkland Lutheran Church & School

What grades does Parkland Lutheran Church & School serve?

Parkland Lutheran Church & School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Parkland Lutheran Church & School?

Parkland Lutheran Church & School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkland Lutheran Church & School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkland Lutheran Church & School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Parkland Lutheran Church & School rank in WA?

Parkland Lutheran Church & School ranks #288 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Parkland Lutheran Church & School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkland Lutheran Church & School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Parkland Lutheran Church & School a private school?

Yes, Parkland Lutheran Church & School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Parkland Lutheran Church & School a religious school?

Parkland Lutheran Church & School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 75 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 46 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 92
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 171 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Pierce County
Phone: (253) 537-1901

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