FIFE HIGH SCHOOL
Fife High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Fife School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 862 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th 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 38 teachers, Fife High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.
Fife High School, located in Tacoma, Washington, serves as the primary high school for the Fife Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to providing a balanced educational experience, blending rigorous academic curriculum with a wide array of extracurricular activities. As a hub for the local community, Fife High emphasizes fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to pursue personal growth, college readiness, and vocational development.
Beyond its academic programs, Fife High School is well-regarded for its vibrant school spirit and strong athletic tradition, often rallying under the "Trojans" mascot. The school utilizes its website to keep families connected through resources like grade portals, athletic schedules, and administrative announcements. By prioritizing both student achievement and community engagement, Fife High strives to prepare its graduates to become responsible and productive members of the broader Tacoma community and beyond.
For more information, contact Fife High School at (253) 517-1100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Tacoma, WA 98424-2026
(253) 517-1100
http://fhs.fifeschools.com
FIFE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tacoma, WA with about 862 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Fife School District
- Total Students:
- 862
- Teachers:
- 38.4
- 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 eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 862 students
- White
- 52.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.9%
- Two or more races
- 11.6%
- Asian
- 8.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 4.9%
- Black or African American
- 4.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
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.