Serving 392 students in grades 9-12, Industrial Design Engineering And Arts 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts 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 Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#917 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
8%
5%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tacoma School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Industrial Design Engineering And Arts's ranking?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is ranked #917 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts?
The graduation rate of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Industrial Design Engineering And Arts?
392 students attend Industrial Design Engineering And Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Industrial Design Engineering And Arts?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Industrial Design Engineering And Arts offer ?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Industrial Design Engineering And Arts part of?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Industrial Design Engineering And Arts located?
Industrial Design Engineering And Arts is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 12 other public schools located in West End.
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