For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,150 students in 98371, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98371, WA are Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Maplewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98371 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98371, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98371, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fruitland Elementary 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
| 574 students
Rank: #22.
Northwood Elementary 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
| 714 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Maplewood Elementary 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
| 357 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Meeker Elementary 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
| 368 students
Rank: #55.
Karshner Elementary 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
| 414 students
Rank: n/an/a
5625 52nd Street East
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6000
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6000
Grades: K-12
| 648 students
Rank: n/an/a
Psd Special Services
Special Education School
Puyallup School District Speci
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8700
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8700
Grades: PK-12
| 75 students
98371, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Quest (Closed 2023)
Alternative 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 elementary schools in 98371, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98371, WA include Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Maplewood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98371?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98371.
What is the racial composition of students in 98371?
98371 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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