At a glance
Reported students
688
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
40.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
745.5
Tahoma Elementary: 688 reported students.
State peer staffing position
75th percentile
16.9:1 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
- 665
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42.43
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.7:1
What the reported data says about Tahoma Elementary
Tahoma Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Maple Valley. It is one of 10 current school records connected to Tahoma School District. NCES reports 688 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 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.9:1, close to 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 (68.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (11.8%). English learners represent 4.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.9%. 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 Tahoma Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 40.6 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.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 20.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.62
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.6
- 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
- White68.3%
- Hispanic11.8%
- Black1.9%
- Asian7.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial9.7%
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 Tahoma School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Rock Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
686 reported students
Cedar River Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
593 reported students
Glacier Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
803 reported students
Shadow Lake Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
479 reported students
Lake Wilderness Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
923 reported students
Maple View Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,046 reported students
Public schools near Tahoma Elementary
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Lake Elementary Elementary · Tahoma School District | PK–05 | 479 | 1.6 mi |
| Cedar River Elementary Elementary · Tahoma School District | PK–05 | 593 | 1.8 mi |
| Lake Wilderness Elementary Elementary · Tahoma School District | PK–05 | 923 | 2.1 mi |
| Rock Creek Elementary Elementary · Tahoma School District | PK–05 | 686 | 2.5 mi |
| Glacier Park Elementary Elementary · Tahoma School District | PK–05 | 803 | 3.9 mi |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Elementary · Kent School District | PK–05 | 318 | 4.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Tahoma Elementary
What grades does Tahoma Elementary serve?
Tahoma Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Tahoma School District.
How many students attend Tahoma Elementary?
Tahoma Elementary reported 688 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 665 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Tahoma Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16.9:1, based on 688 students and 40.6 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 Tahoma Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Tahoma Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Tahoma School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Tahoma Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
20.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Tahoma Elementary in?
Tahoma Elementary is part of Tahoma School District, based in Maple Valley, WA, which operates 10 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Tahoma Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Shadow Lake Elementary (1.6 mi), Cedar River Elementary (1.8 mi), Lake Wilderness Elementary (2.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.