Summary:
ZIP code 98405 has 11 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including five elementary schools, one middle school, three high schools, and two alternative or specialized programs. About 2,762 students attend these schools, most of which are part of the Tacoma School District. Overall performance varies considerably among campuses, so the best choice may depend on a child’s grade level and whether a traditional, Montessori, technical, or specialized program is preferred.
Delong Elementary School is the strongest all-around traditional elementary school, with 50.56% proficiency in English language arts, 43.26% in math, and 56.86% in science—above district results in all three subjects. Bryant Montessori School is another relatively strong option, particularly in literacy and science, and has shown substantial ranking improvement over two years. The connected Bryant Montessori Middle School also performs well in English language arts, though math is a notable weakness. By comparison, Edna Travis Elementary School, Stanley Elementary School, and Franklin Elementary School have much lower achievement levels, especially in math and science.
At the high-school level, Foss High School reports an 88.6% graduation rate, above the state average, but academic proficiency remains low, particularly in math. Its results improved in all tested subjects, offering some positive momentum. Bates Technical High School, operated by Bates Technical College, has limited current school-level data, while the small alternative and specialized programs have suppressed or incomplete testing information. Across the area, math improvement is the most consistent need, with science recovery especially important at Stanley and Franklin.
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