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Nw School Of Innovative Learning

1321 Martin Luther King Jr Way Tacoma, WA 98405

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 4-11
  • Enrollment: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-11
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2000

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.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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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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The average private school tuition in Tacoma, WA is $14,351 for elementary schools and $17,596 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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