Best Schools in Spanaway, Washington
16 schools · 7 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Spanaway by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Spanaway Elementary
Elementary · Bethel School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Elk Plain School of Choice
Elementary · Bethel School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Pioneer Valley Elementary
Elementary · Bethel School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Spanaway for 2026 are Spanaway Elementary (8.5/10), Elk Plain School of Choice (7.2/10), and Pioneer Valley Elementary (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
16
15 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$424,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
16
15 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$424,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 69% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Spanaway schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +5.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Spanaway schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Spanaway
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 14 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spanaway Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Elk Plain School of Choice | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Pioneer Valley Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Shining Mountain Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Evergreen Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Spanaway Lake High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Bethel High School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Camas Prairie Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Bethel Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Liberty Middle School | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $101,141
- Median home value
- $424,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Spanaway compares
Washington rank
#168 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Washington avg (6.3)
Median household income
$101k
114% of Washington median
Schools in this city
16
Bethel School District runs Spanaway's public schools
15 public schools. Bethel School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Spanaway is a Bethel School District school (15 of 15).
Among 14 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.5 to 8.5 — the spread is inside Spanaway, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Spanaway, Washington
Spanaway, Washington is home to 16 schools, including 15 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Spanaway show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Spanaway is Spanaway Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Spanaway is served by 1 school district: Bethel School District. These districts collectively serve 21,539 students.
Spanaway's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,141. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 344 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 575 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 527 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 626 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.2 |
| 5 | 533 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 6 | 512 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 |
| 7 | 148 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 668 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 898 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 706 students · 6th–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,804 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 1,651 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 366 students · 7th–12th | 3.9 |
| 4 | 405 students · 9th–12th | 2.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 148 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Spanaway
Spanaway, Washington · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,141
Median Home Value
$424,100
Median Rent
$1,837/mo
Population
49,940
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Spanaway has a median household income of $101,141. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $424,100, with a median rent of $1,837/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Spanaway, Washington
How many schools are in Spanaway, Washington?
Spanaway has 16 schools, including 15 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Spanaway, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spanaway is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Spanaway, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Spanaway on MySchoolScout is Spanaway Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Spanaway, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Spanaway on MySchoolScout is Spanaway Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Spanaway, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Spanaway on MySchoolScout is Bethel Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Spanaway, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Spanaway on MySchoolScout is Spanaway Lake High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Spanaway, Washington?
Spanaway is served by 1 school district: Bethel School District.
What is the education level in Spanaway, Washington?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Spanaway have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Spanaway, Washington?
The median household income in Spanaway is approximately $101,141 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Spanaway, Washington?
Yes, Spanaway has 1 private school alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is Bethel Baptist Christian School with a score of 4.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Spanaway, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spanaway is 20.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spanaway, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.