BLIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Blix Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tacoma School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 537 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 31 teachers, Blix Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Blix Elementary School, located at 1302 E 38th St in Tacoma, Washington, is a public school serving the local community within the Tacoma Public Schools district. Situated in the Eastside neighborhood, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and student engagement. It serves a diverse student body and works to provide equitable educational opportunities through various instructional programs and community-focused initiatives.

The school is known for its commitment to building strong relationships between staff, students, and families, often serving as a central hub for the surrounding neighborhood. Blix Elementary integrates core curriculum standards with activities designed to encourage critical thinking and character building. By providing a structured and inclusive atmosphere, the school aims to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to middle school while addressing the unique needs of the families residing in the 98404 area.

For more information, contact Blix Elementary at (253) 571-7400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1302 E 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98404
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BLIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tacoma, WA with about 537 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
537
Teachers:
31.92
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 537 students

Hispanic/Latino
34.1%
White
24.8%
Black or African American
12.7%
Asian
11.7%
Two or more races
11.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
4.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

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.