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#914 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 41% in state
Daffodil Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
1509 Valley Avenue, Sumner, WA 98390
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#914 of 2,228
In Sumner
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Daffodil Valley Elementary
Daffodil Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Sumner, WA, part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. Daffodil Valley Elementary serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Daffodil Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #914 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Daffodil Valley Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 8.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Daffodil Valley Elementary runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Daffodil Valley Elementary — Students at Daffodil Valley Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.8/10.
How Daffodil Valley Elementary Compares
See how Daffodil Valley 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
1509 Valley Avenue, Sumner, WA 98390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daffodil Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spinning Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple Lawn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sumner, see our Sumner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sumner High School Sumner | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sumner Special Services Sumner | 0.5 mi | — |
| Maple Lawn Elementary Sumner | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Sumner Middle School Sumner | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Shaw Road Elementary Puyallup | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Puyallup | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Mt View Elementary Edgewood | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Lakeland Hills Elementary Auburn | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Lake Tapps Elementary Lake Tapps | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Spinning Elementary Puyallup | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| E B Walker High School Puyallup | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Ilalko Elementary School Auburn | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Emerald Hills Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Auburn Riverside High School Auburn | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,815
Median Home Value
$471,500
Median Rent
$1,886/mo
Population
11,497
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Castle Rock Elementary Castle Rock, WA | 6.8 |
| Chambers Prairie Elementary School Lacey, WA | 6.8 |
| Darrington Elementary School Darrington, WA | 6.8 |
| Griffin School Olympia, WA | 6.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Everett, WA | 6.8 |
| Jason Lee Elementary School Richland, WA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daffodil Valley Elementary
What grades does Daffodil Valley Elementary serve?
Daffodil Valley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Daffodil Valley Elementary?
Daffodil Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daffodil Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Daffodil Valley Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daffodil Valley Elementary rank in WA?
Daffodil Valley Elementary ranks #914 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Daffodil Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Daffodil Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Daffodil Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daffodil Valley Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Daffodil Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Daffodil Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daffodil Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Daffodil Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daffodil Valley Elementary?
53.0% of students at Daffodil Valley 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 521
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (253) 891-4600
Resources & Links
District
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 10,674
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,438
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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