Central Administration Building (Temporary address)
3702 E McKinley Ave
Tacoma Public Schools
Welcome to the 2026-27 school year!
Check out our back-to-school guide to view information on important dates, school meals, health and safety, transportation and more.
Registration open for Beyond the Bell and Club B
Families of elementary and middle school students can register for the first session of Beyond the Bell and Club B after school programs. Staggered registration open now through Sept. 13.
Free preschool spots still available for 2026-27
Families may apply to enroll their child in a Tacoma Public Schools preschool program.
Please complete annual student forms
TPS requests families to complete the Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit (CNEEB) Application and Housing Questionnaire through the ParentVUE portal or via downloadable versions on our website.
Maritime|253 enrollment now open
High school students from across the South Sound can now enroll in the new Maritime|253 center for the 2026-2027 school year.
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Summer Late Nights
Starting June 24, middle and high school students will have a free place to get dinner and hang out with friends every weeknight this summer.
Every Student. Every Day.
Free Tutoring Available
Students in grades 3-12 can access free virtual tutoring services seven days a week.
See Something, Say Something
The number one way to prevent school violence is to report it. Call 911 first, then notify your school.
Mental Health Resources
Our schools have skilled counselors who can help with academic, career and social-emotional guidance.
Thank you, voters!
The Feb. 10, 2026 election results show Prop. 1 passing with a 70.8% “yes” vote and Prop. 2 passing with 69.6% “yes” vote. We are in this together, and we so appreciate our community!
School Improvements & Capital Projects
Thank you voters, for approving our bond measures to replace or renovate aging neighborhood schools across Tacoma.
Beyond the Bell & Club B Activities
Tacoma Public Schools and community partners have come together to offer Beyond the Bell and Club Beyond. Choose from options offered before and after school, data days, and during school breaks.
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By The Numbers
1805
Enrolled Preschoolers
2597
Registered Volunteers
94.1
Secondary students earning dual credit
91.4
Graduation Rate
58
Schools
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Strategic Plan
This is the road map that drives our work to ensure the success of Every Student. Every Day.
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Measuring the Whole Child
Whole children know how to read, write and solve math problems. Whole children are also socially strong, emotionally resilient, advocators, and self-determined. Whole children know how to build quality relationships with each other as critical thinkers and learners.