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Summit Public School: Olympus
  • Public, Charter
  • TACOMA, WA
Charter School

Summit Public School: Olympus

#1 in Best Charter High Schools in Washington
  • A minus
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • 9-12
  • TACOMA, WA
  • 40 reviews
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    As the pandemic entered our lives in the Spring of 2020, Summit committed to making decisions in our student's best interest and the safety of our community. Since that time, we have consistently made decisions following guidance from state and local departments of public health. We have taken the same approach in designing our policies and practices for the start of the 2021-22 School Year. Learn More

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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A minus
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      C
    9. Food
      B minus
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
    olympus.summitps.org
    (253) 444-9781
    409 PUYALLUP AVE
    TACOMA, WA 98421
    About Summit Public School: Olympus...

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    Grades
    9-12
    Students
    183
    From Summit Public School: Olympus

    Summit Olympus is a unique public high school, best known for providing a college-prep curriculum and supportive learning environment for a diverse group of young people. The school attracts students from across Tacoma but is particularly focused on serving families living in the South End, Eastside, and Hilltop neighborhoods.

    After much public demand for more school options, the school opened in 2015 in a historic building – the former Nalley’s pickle-packing plant near the Tacoma Dome. Lovingly renovated, the school features expansive windows overlooking downtown Tacoma, the Tideflats, and is within walking distance to the Marina and museum district.

    Summit students benefit from a supportive learning environment, technology resources, outstanding faculty, small classes, and individualized attention from their teachers and mentor. Summit Olympus Public Charter School is authorized by the Washington Charter School Commission and tuition-free.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    75%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    45%
    Average Graduation Rate
    77%
    Average SAT
    1060
    20 responses
    Average ACT
    AP Enrollment
    47%
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    New Tacoma
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      C minus
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      C minus
    Median Household Income
    $58,211
    National
    $62,843
    Median Rent
    $1,173
    National
    $1,062
    Median Home Value
    $364,247
    National
    $217,500
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    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    83%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 6 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 6 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 7 responses
    • Dances
      29%
    • socials
      29%
    • Spirit Week
      29%
    • basketball games
      14%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    183
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    68%
    67%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 6 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 6 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 6 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    20%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 6 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 6 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 6 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    National
    $12,239
    50%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 6 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 6 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 6 responses

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