Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fruitland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fruitland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fruitland Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fruitland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fruitland Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruitland Elementary School's ranking?
Fruitland Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fruitland Elementary School often compared to?
Fruitland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Elementary School, Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fruitland Elementary School?
614 students attend Fruitland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Fruitland Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fruitland Elementary School?
Fruitland Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fruitland Elementary School offer ?
Fruitland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fruitland Elementary School part of?
Fruitland Elementary School is part of Puyallup School District.
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