MCCARVER

McCarver is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tacoma School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 434 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 27 teachers, McCarver has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

McCarver Elementary School, located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington, serves as a cornerstone of its local community with a deep commitment to academic development and social-emotional growth. As a public school within the Tacoma School District, it provides a structured learning environment for students in grades Pre-K through 5. The school is known for its focus on inclusivity and its efforts to provide equitable opportunities for a diverse student body, often integrating programs that support literacy, math proficiency, and whole-child development to ensure every student has the tools necessary for future success.

Beyond its core curriculum, McCarver is recognized for fostering a strong sense of community engagement and partnership. The school frequently collaborates with local organizations and families to address the unique needs of its neighborhood, aiming to remove systemic barriers to learning. By promoting a culture of high expectations paired with robust support systems, McCarver strives to be a stable and nurturing hub where students are encouraged to reach their full potential, both as scholars and as active, responsible members of the Tacoma community.

For more information, contact McCarver at (253) 571-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.