Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Firgrove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Firgrove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Firgrove Elementary School's student population of 631 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Firgrove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Firgrove Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1684 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
39%
48%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Firgrove Elementary School's ranking?
Firgrove Elementary School is ranked #1684 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Firgrove Elementary School often compared to?
Firgrove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fruitland Elementary School, Wildwood Elementary School, Edward Zeiger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Firgrove Elementary School?
631 students attend Firgrove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Firgrove Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Firgrove Elementary School?
Firgrove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Firgrove Elementary School offer ?
Firgrove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Firgrove Elementary School part of?
Firgrove Elementary School is part of Puyallup School District.
School Reviews
5 12/2/2007
While Firgrove may be an older school, what is lacks for in aesthetics it makes up for in the care that each child receives. The staff at Firgrove are excellent, and there is a high rate of parent volunteers. They are constanty working to make imporovements to further the education experience of each child. This is a school where you feel like family and they welcome each persons input and involvement.
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