Excellent
#281 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 13% in state
Cherrydale Elementary
Elementary School · Steilacoom Hist. School District
1201 GALLOWAY, Steilacoom, WA 98388
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#281 of 2,228
In Steilacoom
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Steilacoom Hist. School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Cherrydale Elementary
Cherrydale Elementary is a public elementary school in Steilacoom, WA, part of Steilacoom Hist. School District. Cherrydale Elementary serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.
Cherrydale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #281 of 2,228 schools in WA. Structured state assessment records for Cherrydale Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Cherrydale Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cherrydale Elementary — Students at Cherrydale Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Cherrydale Elementary Compares
See how Cherrydale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1201 GALLOWAY, Steilacoom, WA 98388
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherrydale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beachwood Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis North), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Meriwether Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis North), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lake Louise Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Steilacoom, see our Steilacoom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Developmental Preschool Steilacoom | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Lakes High School Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Alfaretta House Lakewood | 0.6 mi | — |
| Steilacoom High Steilacoom | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKEWOOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Lake Louise Elementary School Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Saltars Point Elementary Steilacoom | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Thomas Middle School Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Re-Entry High School Lakewood | 1.3 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Lakewood | 1.6 mi | — |
| Meriwether Elementary School Jblm Lewis North | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Firwood Steilacoom | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Transition Day Students Lakewood | 1.7 mi | — |
| Oakridge Group Home Lakewood | 1.9 mi | — |
| Idlewild Elementary School Lakewood | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Oakbrook Elementary School Lakewood | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Beachwood Elementary School Jblm Lewis North | 3.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Custer Elementary School Lakewood | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Hudtloff Middle School Lakewood | 2.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Chambers Elementary University Pla | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98388 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,634
Median Home Value
$594,600
Median Rent
$1,721/mo
Population
7,054
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clear Lake Elementary School Clear Lake, WA | 8.5 |
| Creekside Elementary School Mead, WA | 8.5 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Covington, WA | 8.5 |
| East Ridge Elementary Woodinville, WA | 8.5 |
| Edwin Markham Elementary Pasco, WA | 8.5 |
| Hamilton Elementary Port Angeles, WA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherrydale Elementary
What grades does Cherrydale Elementary serve?
Cherrydale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Cherrydale Elementary?
Cherrydale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherrydale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherrydale Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherrydale Elementary rank in WA?
Cherrydale Elementary ranks #281 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Cherrydale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherrydale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cherrydale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherrydale Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cherrydale Elementary a charter school?
No, Cherrydale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherrydale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cherrydale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherrydale Elementary?
46.4% of students at Cherrydale Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (253) 983-2570
Resources & Links
District
Steilacoom Hist. School District- District Enrollment
- 3,039
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,148
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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