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Bethel Elementary Learning Academy
Elementary School · Bethel School District
16117 Canyon Road East, Puyallup, WA 98375
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bethel Elementary Learning Academy
Bethel Elementary Learning Academy is a public elementary school in Puyallup, WA, part of the Bethel School District. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Students demonstrate 30% proficiency in math and 62% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $109,972, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 17 students, Bethel Elementary Learning Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Address
- 16117 Canyon Road East, Puyallup, WA 98375
- Phone
- (253) 800-4990
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 3 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 49.5% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
16117 Canyon Road East, Puyallup, WA 98375
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethel Elementary Learning Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Valley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Spanaway). Another option is Woodland Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away). Additionally, Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Tacoma). For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce County Skills Center Puyallup | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Clover Creek Elementary Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Frederickson Elementary Puyallup | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS - FREDERICKSON ELEM. Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Central Avenue Elementary Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Naches Trail Elementary Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Dessie F Evans Elementary Puyallup | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Pioneer Valley Elementary Spanaway | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Emma L Carson Elementary Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Liberty Middle School Spanaway | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Bethel Virtual Academy Spanaway | 3.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Gov John Rogers High School Puyallup | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Frank Brouillet Elem Puyallup | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Shining Mountain Elementary Spanaway | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Woodland Elementary Puyallup | 3.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Doris Stahl Junior High Puyallup | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bethel Middle School Spanaway | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Evergreen Elementary Spanaway | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Spanaway Lake High School Spanaway | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,972
Median Home Value
$471,900
Median Rent
$2,140/mo
Population
32,195
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
32.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bethel Elementary Learning Academy has a median household income of $109,972. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $471,900, with a median rent of $2,140/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| AMERICAS CHILD MONTESSORI Bellevue, WA | — |
| Anderson Island Elementary Steilacoom, WA | — |
| BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spokane, WA | — |
| BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marysville, WA | — |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview, WA | — |
| Beezley Springs Elementary Ephrata, WA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethel Elementary Learning Academy
What grades does Bethel Elementary Learning Academy serve?
Bethel Elementary Learning Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bethel Elementary Learning Academy?
Bethel Elementary Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethel Elementary Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethel Elementary Learning Academy is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Bethel Elementary Learning Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bethel Elementary Learning Academy has 30.0% math proficiency and 62.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bethel Elementary Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Bethel Elementary Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bethel Elementary Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Bethel Elementary Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bethel Elementary Learning Academy?
29.4% of students at Bethel Elementary Learning Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,272/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Puyallup). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 800-4990
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Bethel School District- District Enrollment
- 21,539
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,370
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