At a glance
Reported students
592
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
34
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
91st percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
529.5
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School: 592 reported students.
State peer staffing position
83rd percentile
17.4:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 467
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36.4
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.8:1
What the reported data says about Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Tacoma. It is one of 34 current school records connected to Bethel School District. NCES reports 592 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 91st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.4:1, above the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (26.5%) and multiracial (20.8%). English learners represent 10.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 17.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 34 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 10.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 54.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.6
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White26.5%
- Hispanic18.9%
- Black14.7%
- Asian9.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander7.9%
- Multiracial20.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Bethel School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Elk Plain School of Choice
Elementary · Grades KG–08
574 reported students
Shining Mountain Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
613 reported students
Clover Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
617 reported students
Centennial Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
540 reported students
Evergreen Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
530 reported students
Expedition Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
530 reported students
Public schools near Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clover Creek Elementary Elementary · Bethel School District | KG–05 | 617 | 0.5 mi |
| Naches Trail Elementary Elementary · Bethel School District | PK–05 | 519 | 0.8 mi |
| Evergreen Elementary Elementary · Bethel School District | KG–05 | 530 | 1 mi |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Elementary · Bethel School District | PK–05 | 688 | 1.7 mi |
| Camas Prairie Elementary Elementary · Bethel School District | KG–05 | 529 | 1.8 mi |
| Bethel Hope Early Learning Center Elementary · Bethel School District | PK–KG | 163 | 2.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School
What grades does Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School serve?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Bethel School District.
How many students attend Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School reported 592 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 91st percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 467 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 17.4:1, based on 592 students and 34 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Bethel School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
54.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School in?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School is part of Bethel School District, based in Spanaway, WA, which operates 34 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Clover Creek Elementary (0.5 mi), Naches Trail Elementary (0.8 mi), Evergreen Elementary (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.