Serving 757 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, G W Edgerton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
G W Edgerton Elementary School's student population of 757 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
G W Edgerton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G W Edgerton Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#742 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G W Edgerton Elementary School's ranking?
G W Edgerton Elementary School is ranked #742 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are G W Edgerton Elementary School often compared to?
G W Edgerton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend G W Edgerton Elementary School?
757 students attend G W Edgerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of G W Edgerton Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G W Edgerton Elementary School?
G W Edgerton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does G W Edgerton Elementary School offer ?
G W Edgerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is G W Edgerton Elementary School part of?
G W Edgerton Elementary School is part of Puyallup School District.
School Reviews
2 4/18/2011
Avoid Edgerton if you can! Test scores keep dropping. Student Enrollment is very close to 800 and rising! The PTA here is ruled with a crazy stick, completely nuts. Teachers and the PTA have blinders on to the fact that our child’s education needs are not being met. Teachers leave faster than students at end of day. PTA spends all their money; which is a lot, on events. They have an event at least once a month if not more. In 3 yrs. PTA gave $13,000 to education and $179,000 to a their lavish events budget. The PTA women are stuck up, run it all, and very close minded. They like to say 'if it's not broke don't fix it'. Well honey, it's been broke for a long time and only a miracle can fix it.
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