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#141 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 37% of private schools
Sound Christian Academy
School
2310 S 66TH ST, Tacoma, WA 98409
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#141 of 381
In Tacoma
#8 of 18
public schools
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Sound Christian Academy
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About Sound Christian Academy
Sound Christian Academy is a private school in Tacoma, WA. Sound Christian Academy serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sound Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Sound Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sound Christian Academy 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 Sound Christian Academy compares to 94 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sound Christian Academy (this school) | 6.7 |
| Arlington Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Edison Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Birney Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Angelo Giaudrone Middle School | 3.8 |
| Industrial Design Engineering and Arts | 4.6 |
| Gray Middle School | 4.7 |
| Mann Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Baker Middle School | 6.5 |
| Manitou Park Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Madison Headstart | — |
| Fern Hill Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Helen Stafford Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Mount Tahoma High School | 4.9 |
| Fawcett Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Stewart Middle School | 5.6 |
| Whitman Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Reed Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Lyon Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Insight School of WA Open Doors Program | — |
| Larchmont Elementary School | 6.6 |
Showing 20 of 94 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.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2310 S 66TH ST, Tacoma, WA 98409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sound Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. VISITATION CATHOLIC STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mann Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edison Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Elementary School Tacoma | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Edison Elementary School Tacoma | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC STEM ACADEMY Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Angelo Giaudrone Middle School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Birney Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Mann Elementary School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Baker Middle School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Madison Headstart Tacoma | 1.6 mi | — |
| Industrial Design Engineering and Arts Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Helen Stafford Elementary School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Gray Middle School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Manitou Park Elementary School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Reed Elementary School Tacoma | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Fern Hill Elementary School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Whitman Elementary School Tacoma | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Insight School of WA Open Doors Program Tacoma | 2.2 mi | — |
| Stewart Middle School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Mount Tahoma High School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Fawcett Elementary School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln High School Tacoma | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,649
Median Home Value
$363,000
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
27,298
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rosalia Elementary & Secondary School Rosalia, WA | 6.7 |
| SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline, WA | 6.8 |
| Thorp Elem & Jr Sr High Thorp, WA | 6.8 |
| SUNNYSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyside, WA | 6.6 |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview, WA | 6.5 |
| Mary M. Knight School Elma, WA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sound Christian Academy
What grades does Sound Christian Academy serve?
Sound Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sound Christian Academy?
Sound Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sound Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sound Christian Academy is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sound Christian Academy rank in WA?
Sound Christian Academy ranks #141 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Sound Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sound Christian Academy 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.
Is Sound Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Sound Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sound Christian Academy a religious school?
Sound Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 268
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 475-7226
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