HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harvard Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Franklin Pierce School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 435 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Harvard Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Harvard Elementary School is a public school located in the Midland area of Tacoma, Washington, serving students within the Franklin Pierce School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As part of a diverse school district, Harvard Elementary focuses on providing a structured curriculum designed to meet state standards while catering to the individual needs of its elementary-aged student body.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a sense of community by encouraging parent involvement and offering various programs to enhance the overall student experience. The facility at 1709 85th Street E serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, with a dedicated staff committed to preparing students for middle school success through collaborative learning and inclusive teaching practices. The school reflects the broader values of the Franklin Pierce district, aiming to equip students with the foundational skills necessary for lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Harvard Elementary at (253) 535-9890 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1709 85th Street E
Tacoma, WA 98445
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HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tacoma, WA with about 435 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
435
Teachers:
24.69
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 435 students

Hispanic/Latino
58.2%
White
13.6%
Two or more races
12.6%
Asian
7.4%
Black or African American
5.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
3.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
53.6%
Male
46.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.