BIRNEY

Birney is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tacoma School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 433 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 29 teachers, Birney has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Alice Birney Elementary School, located in the South End of Tacoma, Washington, serves as a community-focused public school within the Tacoma Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a strong school spirit. By integrating a diverse curriculum with various extracurricular opportunities, Birney strives to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

The school is noted for its focus on building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure student success. With its location on South 76th Street, Birney serves as a neighborhood hub that prioritizes a safe, welcoming atmosphere where children are encouraged to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens. Through dedicated staff and a range of supportive resources, the school maintains a mission of empowering every student to reach their full potential within their local Tacoma community.

For more information, contact Birney at (253) 571-4600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.