Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boze Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boze Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Boze Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Boze Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boze Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1774 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
37%
26%
Black
12%
5%
White
12%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boze Elementary School's ranking?
Boze Elementary School is ranked #1774 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Boze Elementary School often compared to?
Boze Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Boze Elementary School?
443 students attend Boze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Boze Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boze Elementary School?
Boze Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Boze Elementary School offer ?
Boze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boze Elementary School part of?
Boze Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Boze Elementary School located?
Boze Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Eastside.
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