Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Larchmont Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larchmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Larchmont Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Larchmont 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 Larchmont Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#1164 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
35%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Larchmont Elementary School's ranking?
Larchmont Elementary School is ranked #1164 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Larchmont Elementary School often compared to?
Larchmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fern Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Larchmont Elementary School?
296 students attend Larchmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Larchmont Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larchmont Elementary School?
Larchmont Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Larchmont Elementary School offer ?
Larchmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larchmont Elementary School part of?
Larchmont Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Larchmont Elementary School located?
Larchmont Elementary School is located in the South End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in South End.
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