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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Tacoma at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Tacoma School District
28,311 students | TACOMA, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 72 schools -
Bethel School District
21,156 students | SPANAWAY, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 42 schools -
Puyallup School District
23,104 students | PUYALLUP, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 37 schools -
Clover Park School District
12,566 students | LAKEWOOD, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 32 schools -
Franklin Pierce School District
7,425 students | TACOMA, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 15 schools -
Steilacoom Hist. School District
3,098 students | STEILACOOM, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 11 schools -
Quillayute Valley School District
2,473 students | FORKS, WA
Grades K-12 | 7 schools -
Fife School District
3,893 students | MILTON, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 7 schools -
Bates Technical College
0 students | TACOMA, WA
Grades 9-12 | 2 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Tacoma
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Parent / Guardian
September 25, 2025
We love our school! Teachers and admin go above and beyond to make sure kids are engaged, safe, and comfortable. The PTA is active and it’s easy for parents to get involved in the classroom (if they... More
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Lowell Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
September 23, 2025
Waller Road Elementary has been an amazing school for my kids. They have supported them on their learning journeys exceptionally, and encourage them to excel at anything they try to do. They have been... More
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Waller Road Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
September 22, 2025
I have now had kids in this school for the last 8 years. There have been alot of ups and downs. The first principle was fantastic. He was loud, assertive, and brought joy to every student that crossed... More
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Boze Elementary School