For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,481 students in 98371, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,125 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 98371, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98371, WA are Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Puyallup High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98371 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98371, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98371, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fruitland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1515 Fruitland Ave
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8734
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8734
Grades: K-6
| 614 students
Rank: #22.
Northwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9805 24th St E
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8740
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8740
Grades: K-6
| 685 students
Rank: #33.
Puyallup High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
105 Seventh St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8711
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8711
Grades: 10-12
| 1,701 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Maplewood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1110 W Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8737
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8737
Grades: PK-6
| 351 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Meeker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 5th St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8738
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8738
Grades: K-6
| 385 students
Rank: #66.
Aylen Jr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 15th St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8723
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8723
Grades: 7-9
| 711 students
Rank: #77.
Karshner Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1328 8th Ave Nw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8736
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8736
Grades: PK-6
| 380 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chief Leschi School
Magnet School
5625 52nd Street East
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6000
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6000
Grades: K-12
| 591 students
Rank: n/an/a
Psd Special Services
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
Puyallup School District Speci
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8700
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8700
Grades: PK-12
| 63 students
98371, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Quest (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
428 11th St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8751
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8751
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
5515 44th St E
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8741
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8741
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98371, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98371, WA include Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Puyallup High School.
How many public schools are located in 98371?
9 public schools are located in 98371.
What percentage of students in 98371 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 98371 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98371?
98371 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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