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#279 of 381 private schools in WA

Tacoma Christian Academy

School

2014 S 15TH ST, Tacoma, WA 98405

Private

Enrollment

309

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#279 of 381

In Tacoma

#12 of 18

public schools

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Tacoma Christian Academy

5.7/10

School in Tacoma · grades Pre-K – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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About Tacoma Christian Academy

Tacoma Christian Academy is a private school in Tacoma, WA. Tacoma Christian Academy serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Tacoma Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.7 pts below WA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Tacoma 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

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How Tacoma Christian Academy compares to 93 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
This School
vs
17.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
309
This School
vs
454
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.4% vs 0%
Black 0.6% vs 0%
Asian 0.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.3% vs 0%
Tacoma Christian Academy Tacoma Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Tacoma Christian Academy (this school) 5.7
Stanley Elementary School 4.7
Bryant Montessori School 5.7
Bryant Montessori Middle School 5.4
Hilltop Heritage Middle School 5.9
Franklin Elementary School 5.5
Edna Travis Elementary School 4.2
Bates Technical High School 7.2
Grant Elementary School 8.3
Tacoma Open Doors 4.9
Special Services
Insight School of WA Open Doors Program
Tacoma School of the Arts 5.2
Reed Elementary School 6.4
Oakland High School 5.8
Foss High School 5.2
Lowell Elementary School 9.1
Willard Early Learning Center 5.1
Stadium High School 6.2
Lincoln High School 5.1
Delong Elementary School 6.3

Showing 20 of 93 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

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 309
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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 98.4%
Black 0.6%
Asian 0.6%
Hispanic 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2014 S 15TH ST, Tacoma, WA 98405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tacoma Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. ANNIE WRIGHT SCHOOLS (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Stanley Elementary School Tacoma 0.2 mi 4.7
Bryant Montessori School Tacoma 0.7 mi 5.7
Bryant Montessori Middle School Tacoma 0.7 mi 5.4
Hilltop Heritage Middle School Tacoma 0.8 mi 5.9
Grant Elementary School Tacoma 1.0 mi 8.3
Franklin Elementary School Tacoma 0.8 mi 5.5
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma 0.8 mi 6.9
Edna Travis Elementary School Tacoma 0.8 mi 4.2
Insight School of WA Open Doors Program Tacoma 1.2 mi
Bates Technical High School Tacoma 0.9 mi 7.2
Reed Elementary School Tacoma 1.4 mi 6.4
Tacoma Open Doors Tacoma 1.0 mi 4.9
Comm Based Trans Program Tacoma 1.1 mi 7.5
Special Services Tacoma 1.1 mi
Lowell Elementary School Tacoma 1.5 mi 9.1
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tacoma 1.6 mi 5.4
ANNIE WRIGHT SCHOOLS Tacoma 1.7 mi 7.9
THE COR DEO SCHOOL Tacoma 1.5 mi 6.6
Tacoma School of the Arts Tacoma 1.3 mi 5.2
Oakland High School Tacoma 1.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,024

Median Home Value

$443,800

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

25,306

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

51.7%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

38.1

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GRACE ACADEMY Marysville, WA 5.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tacoma Christian Academy

What grades does Tacoma Christian Academy serve?

Tacoma Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.

How many students attend Tacoma Christian Academy?

Tacoma Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tacoma Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Tacoma Christian Academy is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Tacoma Christian Academy rank in WA?

Tacoma Christian Academy ranks #279 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Tacoma Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Tacoma Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Tacoma Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Tacoma Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Tacoma Christian Academy a religious school?

Tacoma Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
309
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Pentecostal
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Pierce County

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