Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Spinning Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spinning Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Spinning Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spinning Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spinning Elementary School is 0.65, which is less 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
#504 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spinning Elementary School's ranking?
Spinning Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Spinning Elementary School often compared to?
Spinning Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaw Road Elementary School, Meeker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Spinning Elementary School?
296 students attend Spinning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Spinning Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spinning Elementary School?
Spinning Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Spinning Elementary School offer ?
Spinning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Spinning Elementary School part of?
Spinning Elementary School is part of Puyallup School District.
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