MT TAHOMA
Mt Tahoma is a Title I public high school that is part of the Tacoma School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 1,427 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 68 teachers, Mt Tahoma has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Mount Tahoma High School, located in Tacoma, Washington, is a large public secondary school serving the South Tacoma community. As part of the Tacoma Public Schools district, the school is known for its modern, expansive campus and its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic and extracurricular experience for its diverse student body. The school emphasizes college and career readiness, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and specialized academic pathways designed to prepare students for success after graduation.
Beyond academics, Mount Tahoma is deeply ingrained in the local community through its vibrant school spirit and athletic programs. Known as the "Thunderbirds," the school offers numerous sports, clubs, and arts organizations that foster student engagement and leadership. The school culture is characterized by a focus on inclusivity and student support, utilizing various mentorship programs and resources to ensure that every student has the tools necessary to navigate their high school years and pursue their post-secondary goals.
For more information, contact Mt Tahoma at (253) 571-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-3800
MT TAHOMA is a public Title I school in Tacoma, WA with about 1,427 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Tacoma School District
- Total Students:
- 1,427
- Teachers:
- 68.89
- 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:
- Supplemental 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 1,427 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 27.3%
- White
- 25.9%
- Black or African American
- 16.3%
- Asian
- 16.0%
- Two or more races
- 7.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 5.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.6%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
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.