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The School at Pearl Youth Residence
High School · Tacoma School District
815 South Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About The School at Pearl Youth Residence
The School at Pearl Youth Residence is a public high school in Tacoma, WA, part of the Tacoma School District. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $80,024, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, The School at Pearl Youth Residence is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Address
- 815 South Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
- Phone
- (253) 396-5937
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 1 test record from WA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
815 South Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The School at Pearl Youth Residence may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is Foss High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, Dr. Dolores Silas High School (rated 4.1/10, 0.7 miles away). For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center Tacoma | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Hunt Middle School Tacoma | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Dr. Dolores Silas High School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Wainwright Intermediate School Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Delong Elementary School Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Skyline Elementary School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Tacoma Online Elementary School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Tacoma Online Middle School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Tacoma Online High School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | — |
| Downing Elementary School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Geiger Montessori School Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Foss High School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Whittier Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI IN MOTION University Place | 1.5 mi | — |
| Truman Middle School Tacoma | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Mason Middle School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Elementary School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding The School at Pearl Youth Residence has a median household income of $80,024. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $443,800, with a median rent of $1,480/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Alfaretta House Lakewood, WA | — |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - SAMMAMISH Issaquah, WA | — |
| Bellevue Open Doors Reengagement Bellevue, WA | — |
| Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center Kennewick, WA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The School at Pearl Youth Residence
What grades does The School at Pearl Youth Residence serve?
The School at Pearl Youth Residence serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The School at Pearl Youth Residence?
The School at Pearl Youth Residence has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The School at Pearl Youth Residence?
The student-teacher ratio at The School at Pearl Youth Residence is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at The School at Pearl Youth Residence?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, The School at Pearl Youth Residence has 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is The School at Pearl Youth Residence a charter school?
No, The School at Pearl Youth Residence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The School at Pearl Youth Residence a Title I school?
No, The School at Pearl Youth Residence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The School at Pearl Youth Residence?
21.7% of students at The School at Pearl Youth Residence 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
- City Safety
- High (6,715/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Tacoma). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 396-5937
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Tacoma School District- District Enrollment
- 28,272
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,679
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