Nw School Of Innovative Learning (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 4-11
Enrollment: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 4-11

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Nw School Of Innovative Learning
4	2
5	1
6	1
7	2
8	1
9	4
10	2
11	2

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Grade 9 has the most students with 4, while every other listed grade has 1 or 2.

Student Body

Total Students

15 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Northwest School of Innovative Learning (NWSOIL) is an alternative learning program designed for students from kindergarten through high school (up to the age of 21) who are unable to function successfully in their regular school setting.
A full academic program is provided, along with therapeutic treatment tailored for the individual student.
NWSOIL has been in operation since January 3, 2000 and is approved through the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction as a non-public agency (NPA).
We have established a comprehensive and therapeutic program that has helped meet the special education, mental health and psychiatric needs of students from school districts throughout the Puget Sound area.
As an Extended School Year (ESY) program is open throughout the year, and includes a summer session to provide students with ongoing education and therapeutic support.

Northwest School of Innovative Learning (NWSOIL) is an alternative learning program designed for students from kindergarten through high school (up to the age of 21) who are unable to function successfully in their regular school setting. A full academic program is provided, along with therapeutic treatment tailored for the individual student. NWSOIL has been in operation since January 3, 2000 and is approved through the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction as a non-public agency (NPA). We have established a comprehensive and therapeutic program that has helped meet the special education, mental health and psychiatric needs of students from school districts throughout the Puget Sound area. As an Extended School Year (ESY) program is open throughout the year, and includes a summer session to provide students with ongoing education and therapeutic support.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Nw School Of Innovative Learning?

The application deadline for Nw School Of Innovative Learning is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Nw School Of Innovative Learning located?

Nw School Of Innovative Learning is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 2 other private schools located in New Tacoma.

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