
Jewel of Pierce County
With over 30 chain saw sculptures, six beautiful parks, an urban forest of fir trees, and friendly, active neighborhoods, the City of Fircrest has earned its title as “The Jewel of Pierce County.” Tucked between the cities of Tacoma and University Place, residents enjoy a high quality of life filled with community celebrations, an active recreation department, and dedicated public servants.
Statistics
Incorporation: 1925
Form of Government: Council-Manager
Class: Code City
County: Pierce
Population: 7,235 (2023 estimate)
Size: 1.6 Square Miles
Schools
The majority of Fircrest is located in the Tacoma School District, with some portions in the south served by the University Place School District.
- Whittier Elementary School serves Pre-K – 3rd graders
- Evergreen Primary School serves K – 4th graders
- Brand new Wainwright Intermediate School serves 4th – 8th
- Narrows View Intermediate School serves 5th – 7th
- Curtis Jr. High School serves 8th – 9th
- Henry Foss High School serves 9th – 12th
- Curtis Sr. High School serves 10th – 12th
For further information:
- Tacoma Public School District, 253-596-1000
- Tacoma School Board, 253-571-1443
- University Place School District, 253-564-1400
- University Place School Board, 253-566-5600
Other Governments That Serve You
Washington’s 10th U.S. Congressional District
Washington State 28th Legislative District
Pierce County Council, District 4
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