Tacoma Public Schools
Education Administration ProgramsWashington, United States1001-5000 Employees
Tacoma Public Schools is a large public education district serving preschool through 12th grade in the Tacoma area of Washington. The district administers 35 elementary schools, nine middle schools, five comprehensive high schools, and 14 alternative learning sites, collectively serving more than 30,000 students. It emphasizes achievement, continuous improvement, data-informed decision making, and rigorous, relevant instruction, and has been recognized by the state’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction as the sole innovative school district. Based in Tacoma, Washington, the district serves the local community by guiding schools and learning programs to support students and families. Its work centers on translating data into practice and focusing on outcomes that advance student learning. In 2026, Tacoma Public Schools completed a progressive design-build project to modernize the HVAC system at McKinley Swing School, a development aimed at improving energy efficiency and the learning environment.