For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,113 students in University Place, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in University Place, WA are Chambers Elementary School and Drum Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
University Place, WA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in University Place have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in University Place, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chambers Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9101 56th Ave W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5650
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5650
Grades: K-4
| 480 students
Rank: #22.
Drum Intermediate
(Math: 50% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4909 79th Avenue W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
Grades: 5-7
| 633 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in University Place, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in University Place, WA include Chambers Elementary School and Drum Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in University Place?
2 public elementary schools are located in University Place.
What is the racial composition of students in University Place?
University Place public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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