Mount Tahoma High School is a high school in Tacoma, Washington. It opened in 1961 and is a part of the Tacoma Public Schools. The school's mascot is the Thunderbird as a Native American symbolism for power, protection, and strength.
Serving 1,410 students in grades 9-12, Mount Tahoma High School ranks in the bottom 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 12% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Tahoma High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mount Tahoma High School's student population of 1,410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Gold, Cardinal
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Mount Tahoma High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Tahoma High School is 0.81, 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
#1854 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
32%
27%
Black
14%
5%
White
16%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Tahoma High School's ranking?
Mount Tahoma High School is ranked #1854 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mount Tahoma High School often compared to?
Mount Tahoma High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School, Foss High School, Stadium High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Tahoma High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Tahoma High School is 84%, which is equal to the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mount Tahoma High School?
1,410 students attend Mount Tahoma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Mount Tahoma High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Tahoma High School?
Mount Tahoma High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mount Tahoma High School offer ?
Mount Tahoma High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Tahoma High School part of?
Mount Tahoma High School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Tahoma High School located?
Mount Tahoma High School is located in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in South Tacoma.
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