Overview

Tacoma School Of The Arts is a public school in Tacoma, WA, offering AP courses and a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 20 high schools in Tacoma School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Tacoma School Of The Arts is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Washington with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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ACADEMICS

College Success

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Students who are unprepared for college-level work may find themselves in costly remedial classes and are more likely to drop out of college. Successful high schools help kids find their passions and succeed after graduation.

ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

These scores reflect how well students at this school perform on state-required tests.
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Courses & Programs

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

302 South 9th Street 200
Tacoma, WA 98402
School leader: Mr Jonathan Ketler
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