SUMMIT PUBLIC SCHOOL: OLYMPUS

Summit Public School: Olympus is a Title I public charter secondary school that is part of the Summit Public School: Olympus school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 167 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 11th 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 11 teachers, Summit Public School: Olympus has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Summit Public School: Olympus is a public charter school located in Tacoma, Washington, serving students in grades 6–12. Part of the broader Summit Public Schools network, the institution is known for its focus on personalized learning, college preparation, and a student-centered curriculum. The school utilizes a unique educational model that emphasizes both academic rigor and the development of "soft skills"—such as self-direction, collaboration, and critical thinking—to prepare students for success in both higher education and their future careers.

At the core of the Olympus experience is a strong commitment to individual mentorship. Students are paired with faculty mentors who provide consistent academic and social-emotional support, ensuring that each student has a personalized plan tailored to their specific interests and goals. By combining high academic standards with a tight-knit school culture, Summit Olympus aims to provide an equitable and inclusive environment where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and thrive in a diverse society.

For more information, contact Summit Public School: Olympus at (253) 444-9781 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

409 Puyallup Ave
Tacoma, WA 98421
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SUMMIT PUBLIC SCHOOL: OLYMPUS is a public Title I Charter school in Tacoma, WA with about 167 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
Washington State Charter School Commission
Total Students:
167
Teachers:
11
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 targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th 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 167 students

White
30.5%
Hispanic/Latino
29.3%
Black or African American
19.2%
Two or more races
13.2%
Asian
3.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.8%

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%

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.