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Visitation Catholic Stem Academy
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Visitation Catholic Stem Academy

Tacoma, WashingtonAccepting Students(253) 474-6424

Visitation Catholic STEM Academy in Tacoma offers Pre-K through 8th grade with specialized support for dyslexia and ADD/ADHD. Class size 11

Visitation Catholic STEM Academy in Tacoma serves students from Pre-K through 8th grade and offers targeted support for students with learning differences, including dyslexia, language-based learning disabilities, and ADD/ADHD. The school provides dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services, with an average class size of just 11 students—allowing teachers to provide individualized attention. The school's small enrollment of 137 students creates an intimate learning environment where students with special needs can thrive alongside their peers.

The academy combines structured academics with hands-on STEM learning, including robotics programming and integrated problem-solving activities. Beyond STEM, students access creative outlets through band, drama, and visual arts—important for students with learning differences who benefit from multi-sensory and alternative learning modalities. Strong Christian values are woven throughout the curriculum, and the school emphasizes teaching students to integrate faith and reason when approaching real-world challenges.

Tuition is $6,042 annually with flexible payment plans and need-based scholarships available. Forty-two percent of students currently receive financial aid. The admissions process is rolling with a 92% acceptance rate, making the school accessible to families seeking specialized support in a values-based environment.

At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students137
Class Size11:1 ratio
Tuition$6,042
Fin. Aid42% receive aid
Est.1925
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS)

School Information

Year Founded1925
Yearly Tuition Cost$6,042
Tuition NotesDiscounts for in-parish and multiple children. Tuition assistance available.
Total Students137
Total Classroom Teachers13
Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree40
Average Class Size11
Grades OfferedPrekindergarten-8

Admissions Information

Admissions DirectorMark Nuno
Admissions AssociateKelli Bostwick
Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Acceptance Rate92
Percent on Financial Aid42

Student Body Information

Student Body TypeCo-ed
Percent of Students of Color58

Academic Programs Information

Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaMild to Moderate DifferencesLanguage-based

Sports and Extracurricular Information

SportsBasketball · Cross Country · Track and Field · Volleyball
Clubs and OrganizationsClub or Organization: · After School Care · Robotics (periodically) · student council · yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · advanced band · beginning band · dramatic and musical productions · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Basketball · Cross Country · Track and Field · Volleyball

Additional Information

Classroom Dress CodeCasual
School MembershipsNational Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS)
Religious AffiliationsCatholic
School Calendarpsjstem.org/school-calendar

Contact the school

(253) 474-6424
3306 S 58th St, Tacoma, Washington 98409
(253) 474-6424

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