Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Skyline Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Skyline Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Skyline Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skyline Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#998 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
51%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
19%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyline Elementary School's ranking?
Skyline Elementary School is ranked #998 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Skyline Elementary School often compared to?
Skyline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Downing Elementary School, Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Skyline Elementary School?
372 students attend Skyline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Skyline Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyline Elementary School?
Skyline Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Skyline Elementary School offer ?
Skyline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyline Elementary School part of?
Skyline Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Skyline Elementary School located?
Skyline Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
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