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#1666 of 2,228 schools in WA
Thompson Preschool
School · Bethel School District
15616 5th Ave E, Tacoma, WA 98445
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 85 schools in Tacoma. Learn more
Enrollment
284
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
284
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,666 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#64 of 88
public schools
In district
#24 of 33
Bethel School District
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Thompson Preschool
School in Tacoma · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Chester H Thompson Elementary
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Spanaway Middle School
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Thompson Preschool
Thompson Preschool is a public school in Tacoma, WA, part of Bethel School District. Thompson Preschool serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Thompson Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,666 of 2,228 schools in WA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
88% of students at Thompson Preschool 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Thompson Preschool Compares
See how Thompson Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15616 5th Ave E, Tacoma, WA 98445
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thompson Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. Camas Prairie Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Spanaway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gates Secondary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Spanaway Middle School Tacoma | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Acceleration Academy Spanaway | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| BETHEL HOPE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spanaway | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Spanaway Elementary Spanaway | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| IMAGINATION SCHOOL Tacoma | 0.9 mi | — |
| Spanaway Lake High School Spanaway | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Camas Prairie Elementary Spanaway | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Evergreen Elementary Spanaway | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Challenger High School Spanaway | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Gates Secondary School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Early Learning Center Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Cedarcrest Middle School Spanaway | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Collins Elementary Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Naches Trail Elementary Tacoma | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,063
Median Home Value
$413,200
Median Rent
$1,721/mo
Population
33,578
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
37
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thompson Preschool
What grades does Thompson Preschool serve?
Thompson Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Thompson Preschool?
Thompson Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
How does Thompson Preschool rank in WA?
Thompson Preschool ranks #1,666 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Thompson Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Thompson Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thompson Preschool a charter school?
No, Thompson Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thompson Preschool a Title I school?
No, Thompson Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thompson Preschool?
57.0% of students at Thompson Preschool 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 284
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.7%
- Phone
- (253) 800-4100
Resources & Links
District
Bethel School District- District Enrollment
- 21,539
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,370
- District Rank
- #24 of 33
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