Tahoma School District

The Tahoma School District is a high-performing district in Washington, serving 10 schools across 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high school campuses. The district is known for its standout elementary schools, with Rock Creek Elementary and Cedar River Elementary consistently ranking among the top in the state. These schools demonstrate the district's ability to deliver exceptional education at the elementary level, with students significantly outperforming state averages in core subjects.

While the district is predominantly white, it also serves a diverse student population, with notable Asian and Hispanic representation, particularly at the elementary and middle school levels. This diversity is a strength that the district can leverage to provide a well-rounded educational experience. However, the district also serves communities with diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, as evidenced by the varying free and reduced-price lunch rates across its schools, which may require tailored approaches to address the unique needs of each school.

The district's flagship high school, Tahoma Senior High School, also stands out with a 5-star rating, a 90.4% four-year graduation rate, and impressive test scores, particularly in English Language Arts. The district's resource allocation, as seen in the per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, varies across its schools, suggesting the need for further examination to ensure equitable distribution of resources and support for all students, including the specialized Tahoma Open Doors program.