Geiger Montessori School

Summary:

Geiger Montessori School is a public elementary school serving grades PK-5 in the Tacoma School District, with a diverse student population of 517. Despite having a relatively high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, the school consistently outperforms the district and state in academic proficiency, making it a standout institution within the area.

Geiger Montessori School's academic performance is particularly impressive, with 62.33% of students proficient or better in SBAC/English Language Arts, compared to 45.84% for the Tacoma School District and 52.63% for the state. In SBAC/Math, the school had 50.7% proficient or better, significantly higher than the district's 31.55% and the state's 41.68%. The school's Hispanic and White student subgroups also perform exceptionally well, ranking among the top schools in the state. This strong academic performance is a testament to the school's effective strategies for supporting students from diverse backgrounds.

Geiger Montessori School's success is further highlighted when compared to nearby schools. For example, Washington Elementary School, which is just 2.55 miles away, has a similar student population but lower academic proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math. Additionally, the school's performance stands out compared to Tacoma Online Elementary School, a virtual school within the district, which has significantly lower academic proficiency rates, highlighting the importance of in-person instruction and the Montessori approach.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 7401 S 8th St
       Tacoma, WA  98465


(253) 571-6800

District: Tacoma School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
392nd of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $20,430 Help


Students who attend Geiger Montessori School usually attend:

High:    Foss High School

Student/teacher ratio:  19.1 Help
Number of students:  517

Racial breakdown:

White:
51.8%
Two or more races:
17.2%
Hispanic:
15.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  36.9% Help


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Compare Details Geiger Montessori School ranks better than 66.4% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks 10th among 35 ranked elementary schools in the Tacoma School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 64.57. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Geiger Montessori School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Tacoma School District. Student population at Geiger Montessori School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (51.8%), two or more races (17.2%), Hispanic (15.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 36.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Geiger Montessori School is 19.1. 33 elementary schools in the Tacoma School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Geiger Montessori School is $20,430, which is the 18th highest among 35 elementary schools in the Tacoma School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Geiger Montessori School:

SchoolDigger ranks Geiger Montessori School 392nd of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Geiger Montessori School in the ranking list.)

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Tacoma School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Tacoma School District 152nd of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Geiger Montessori School

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Rank History for all students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 30.83 752nd 1026 26.7%
2005 36.84 703rd 1031 31.8%
2006 33.20 756th 1051 28.1%
2007 60.23 418th 1069 60.9%
2008 23.30 889th 1067 16.7%
2009 10.42 1017th 1072 5.1%
2010 21.02 935th 1088 14.1%
2011 4.86 1074th 1092 1.6%
2012 12.79 1015th 1097 7.5%
2013 13.60 1025th 1106 7.3%
2015 36.90 704th 1067 34.0%
2016 42.03 634th 1053 39.8%
2017 29.16 773rd 1056 26.8%
2018 37.71 661st 1054 37.3%
2019 57.11 488th 1130 56.8%
2021 81.86 184th 1107 83.4%
2022 57.72 451st 1169 61.4%
2023 56.28 473rd 1169 59.5%
2024 64.57 392nd 1168 66.4%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 19.02 181st 212 14.6%
2019 24.02 252nd 303 16.8%
2023 17.95 177th 194 8.8%
2024 38.23 131st 188 30.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.00 292nd 637 54.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 43.99 487th 835 41.7%
2019 60.43 354th 979 63.8%
2021 63.28 228th 854 73.3%
2022 42.35 590th 1019 42.1%
2023 47.64 529th 1013 47.8%
2024 55.38 435th 1024 57.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.34 613th 1004 38.9%
2019 63.22 392nd 1068 63.3%
2021 72.78 235th 1008 76.7%
2022 50.64 510th 1100 53.6%
2023 46.42 564th 1094 48.4%
2024 62.65 365th 1093 66.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.76 660th 999 33.9%
2019 49.99 539th 1075 49.9%
2021 86.11 137th 1025 86.6%
2022 61.31 394th 1113 64.6%
2023 62.60 374th 1099 66.0%
2024 66.22 348th 1099 68.3%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.13 192nd 540 64.4%
2019 84.28 65th 697 90.7%
2021 86.18 30th 501 94.0%
2022 58.36 220th 694 68.3%
2024 71.30 146th 651 77.6%
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Rank History for White students at Geiger Montessori School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.63 506th 833 39.3%
2019 67.06 343rd 1027 66.6%
2021 90.77 58th 943 93.8%
2022 58.82 403rd 1031 60.9%
2023 62.98 365th 1011 63.9%
2024 65.44 335th 1009 66.8%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Friday, January 12, 2018

Open Quote I wish I could start all over and never subject my child to this horrible school environment. I have never seen so much bullying in my entire life. Bullying is a regular activity at this school. I thought there was suppose to be zero tolerance for bullying, however it seems that bullying is accepted to the point that they might as well praise it. It breaks my heart to see the kind of treatment that is accepted in this school. I was so excited for my child to go to this school, however it is nothing of what I expected. There is a high number of bullying incidences daily. However, the school will usually turn a blind eye at the situations. Also, I feel that there are certain clicks among the adults that are bullies to other parents, but excuse themselves and act like they are superior if you do not fit into their mold. These particular adults are close with the Principal. My child's self esteem is lowered everyday, because of the experiences at this school. Most days my child is scared to go to school, because of the constant stress of mistreatment in this environment. This Principal is the worst that I have every seen. This man does very well at pretending to care, however only truly cares if it fits his agenda. You may be fooled at first by his smile and and calmness. However, the more you get to know him, he says smart remarks, talks down at people who disagree with him, and intentionally will try to antagonize people while doing it in a calm condescending manner. There are some wonderful teachers at this school, however my child has a teacher who is rude and confrontational. If I could give advice about this school, it would to RUN!! (unless you are one of the kind of people that loves clicks and you act like you are better than everyone else, in that case then this is the school for you!) Close Quote


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Monday, August 16, 2010

Open Quote i used to go to Geiger when i was in kindergarten and i moved before the 4th grade i loved it very much and 6 years after i still miss all my old friends and teachers!!

-Tyler Jaynes Close Quote



Enrollment information for Geiger Montessori School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 308 37 24 3 4 n/a n/a 0 376
1989 382 58 29 15 8 n/a n/a 0 492
1990 305 45 20 12 10 n/a n/a 0 392
1991 335 53 18 10 7 n/a n/a 0 423
1992 307 55 21 7 5 n/a n/a 0 395
1993 284 68 22 10 5 n/a n/a 0 389
1994 288 59 33 9 4 n/a n/a 0 393
1995 301 58 36 11 4 n/a n/a 0 410
1996 301 58 36 11 4 n/a n/a 0 410
1997 290 52 22 12 4 n/a n/a 0 380
1998 283 57 18 17 6 n/a n/a 0 381
1999 309 54 28 25 1 n/a n/a 0 417
2000 277 63 23 26 4 n/a n/a 0 393
2001 254 73 29 31 8 n/a n/a 0 395
2002 254 72 30 40 4 n/a n/a 0 400
2003 254 72 30 40 4 n/a n/a 0 400
2004 211 54 27 30 9 n/a n/a 0 331
2005 142 55 24 20 4 n/a n/a 0 245
2006 139 48 20 19 5 n/a n/a 0 231
2007 125 35 25 19 7 n/a n/a 0 211
2008 123 27 20 22 9 n/a n/a 0 201
2009 101 34 21 25 6 n/a n/a 0 187
2010 94 34 25 17 5 n/a n/a 0 175
2011 112 29 24 19 8 3 9 0 204
2012 143 35 29 31 7 4 20 0 269
2013 197 40 31 38 7 5 16 0 334
2014 228 42 31 54 5 1 35 0 396
2015 232 36 25 66 3 5 48 0 415
2016 230 37 22 69 3 3 62 0 426
2017 228 36 31 76 3 9 62 0 445
2018 248 42 33 70 1 8 74 0 476
2019 268 32 39 76 3 8 81 0 507
2020 272 39 36 75 3 6 82 0 513
2021 232 39 27 63 2 8 67 0 438
2022 257 47 26 80 3 11 75 0 499
2023 268 41 28 79 3 7 89 2 517

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Geiger Montessori School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 376 19.0 19.7 0
1989 492 19.0 25.8 n/a
1990 392 20.4 19.2 0
1991 423 23.0 18.3 n/a
1992 395 23.8 16.5 n/a
1993 389 23.5 16.6 n/a
1994 393 24.3 16.2 n/a
1995 410 21.6 19.0 n/a
1996 410 21.6 19.0 n/a
1997 380 19.2 19.8 n/a
1998 381 19.8 19.2 n/a
1999 417 18.8 22.2 n/a
2000 393 24.2 16.2 n/a
2001 395 25.3 15.6 n/a
2002 400 24.2 16.5 48.3
2003 400 24.2 16.5 48.3
2004 331 22.0 15.0 43.5
2005 245 21.7 11.3 43.3
2006 231 14.2 16.3 46.8
2007 211 13.5 15.6 44.5
2008 201 11.7 17.2 60.7
2009 187 11.7 16.0 64.7
2010 175 12.2 14.3 77.1
2011 204 13.4 15.1 55.4
2012 269 16.0 16.8 37.5
2013 334 18.0 18.5 45.5
2014 396 n/a n/a 45.2
2015 415 27.0 15.3 46.3
2016 426 23.0 18.5 44.6
2017 445 25.4 17.4 44.7
2018 476 26.5 17.9 38.2
2019 507 25.5 19.8 35.3
2020 513 27.1 18.9 37.8
2021 438 26.3 16.6 39
2022 499 27.0 18.4 21.2
2023 517 27.0 19.1 36.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Geiger Montessori School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 376 19.0 19.7 0
1989 492 19.0 25.8 n/a
1990 392 20.4 19.2 0
1991 423 23.0 18.3 n/a
1992 395 23.8 16.5 n/a
1993 389 23.5 16.6 n/a
1994 393 24.3 16.2 n/a
1995 410 21.6 19.0 n/a
1996 410 21.6 19.0 n/a
1997 380 19.2 19.8 n/a
1998 381 19.8 19.2 n/a
1999 417 18.8 22.2 n/a
2000 393 24.2 16.2 n/a
2001 395 25.3 15.6 n/a
2002 400 24.2 16.5 48.3
2003 400 24.2 16.5 48.3
2004 331 22.0 15.0 43.5
2005 245 21.7 11.3 43.3
2006 231 14.2 16.3 46.8
2007 211 13.5 15.6 44.5
2008 201 11.7 17.2 60.7
2009 187 11.7 16.0 64.7
2010 175 12.2 14.3 77.1
2011 204 13.4 15.1 55.4
2012 269 16.0 16.8 37.5
2013 334 18.0 18.5 45.5
2014 396 n/a n/a 45.2
2015 415 27.0 15.3 46.3
2016 426 23.0 18.5 44.6
2017 445 25.4 17.4 44.7
2018 476 26.5 17.9 38.2
2019 507 25.5 19.8 35.3
2020 513 27.1 18.9 37.8
2021 438 26.3 16.6 39
2022 499 27.0 18.4 21.2
2023 517 27.0 19.1 36.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussisMeaslesMumpsRubellaTetanus
201682.1%0.0%1.5%0.0%86.6%85.1%89.6%86.6%89.6%97.0%
201790.2%0.0%0.0%1.2%2.4%92.7%95.1%95.1%92.7%95.1%98.8%
201889.3%0.0%3.6%0.0%6.0%94.1%94.1%95.2%89.3%89.3%96.4%
201996.5%0.0%0.0%0.0%3.5%97.7%97.7%97.7%96.5%96.5%98.8%
202090.7%3.5%0.0%0.0%5.8%91.9%94.2%94.2%93.0%94.2%94.2%94.2%94.2%94.2%
202194.3%2.9%0.0%0.0%1.4%97.1%97.1%95.7%95.7%97.1%97.1%97.1%97.1%97.1%
202296.3%0.0%0.0%3.8%0.0%100.0%98.8%98.8%97.5%98.8%100.0%100.0%100.0%98.8%
202393.8%0.0%0.0%1.0%0.0%94.9%93.8%95.9%95.9%93.8%95.9%95.9%95.9%93.8%
202490.2%3.7%1.2%0.0%1.2%96.3%93.9%96.3%91.5%93.9%93.9%93.9%93.9%93.9%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201993.1%0.0%0.9%5.2%95.8%95.5%95.1%94.6%95.1%97.1%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Geiger Montessori School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $856 (5.1%) $15,911 (94.9%) $16,766
2020 $800 (6.2%) $12,046 (93.8%) $12,847
2021 $1,456 (8.2%) $16,242 (91.8%) $17,698
2022 $2,001 (9.8%) $18,429 (90.2%) $20,430

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Geiger Montessori School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 488th of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 473rd of 1169 Elementary schools
 2.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Geiger Montessori School)43.652.7
 9.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Tacoma School District)51.643.7
 7.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Geiger Montessori School)38.148.7
 10.6%
   3rd Grade Math (Tacoma School District)52.543.4
 9.1%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Geiger Montessori School)61.351.4
 9.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Tacoma School District)55.546.3
 9.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Geiger Montessori School)5638.9
 17.1%
   4th Grade Math (Tacoma School District)48.241
 7.2%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.949.4
 5.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Geiger Montessori School)77.463.6
 13.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Tacoma School District)60.350.2
 10.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Geiger Montessori School)64.545.5
 19.1%
   5th Grade Math (Tacoma School District)4332.6
 10.3%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Geiger Montessori School)69.461.8
 7.5%
   5th Grade Science (Tacoma School District)48.444.3
 4.1%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Geiger Montessori School)60.855.2
 5.6%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Tacoma School District)53.447.2
 6.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Geiger Montessori School)5344.3
 8.7%
   All Grades Math (Tacoma School District)39.430.5
 8.9%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Geiger Montessori School)69.461.8
 7.5%
   All Grades Science (Tacoma School District)45.640
 5.6%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students507517
 2%
African American3241
 28.1%
American Indian33
Asian3928
 28.2%
Hispanic7679
 3.9%
Pacific Islander87
 12.5%
White268268
Two or More Races8189
 9.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients35.3%36.9%
 1.6%


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Students at Geiger Montessori School are 52% White, 17% Two or more races, 15% Hispanic, 8% African American, 5% Asian, 1% Pacific Islander.

Geiger Montessori School ranks 392nd of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Geiger Montessori School usually go on to attend:

High : Foss High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 517 students attended Geiger Montessori School.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

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