Stadium High School is a public high school in Tacoma, Washington, and a historic landmark. It is part of Tacoma 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ, or Tacoma School District No. 10 and is located in the Stadium District, near downtown Tacoma.
Serving 1,609 students in grades 9-12, Stadium High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stadium High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Stadium High School's student population of 1,609 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stadium High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stadium High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#553 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
9%
5%
White
48%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stadium Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stadium High School's ranking?
Stadium High School is ranked #553 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Stadium High School often compared to?
Stadium High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Dolores Silas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stadium High School?
The graduation rate of Stadium High School is 93%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stadium High School?
1,609 students attend Stadium High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Stadium High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stadium High School?
Stadium High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Stadium High School offer ?
Stadium High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stadium High School part of?
Stadium High School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Stadium High School located?
Stadium High School is located in the Stadium District neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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