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Nw School Of Innovative Learning

1321 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
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.

Quick Facts (2026)

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-11
Year Founded
2000

Student Body

Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

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.
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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Quick Facts (2026)

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

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tacoma, WA is $14,214 for elementary schools and $17,526 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tacoma, WA is 96% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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