Below Average
#1932 of 2,228 schools in WA
Dessie F Evans Elementary
Elementary School · Puyallup School District
7911 144th St E, Puyallup, WA 98375
Enrollment
916
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
916
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,932 of 2,228
In Puyallup
#33 of 33
public schools
In district
#36 of 36
Puyallup School District
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Dessie F Evans Elementary
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About Dessie F Evans Elementary
Dessie F Evans Elementary is a public elementary school in Puyallup, WA, part of Puyallup School District. Dessie F Evans Elementary serves approximately 916 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dessie F Evans Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,932 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Dessie F Evans Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Dessie F Evans 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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Dessie F Evans Elementary — Students at Dessie F Evans Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Dessie F Evans Elementary Compares
See how Dessie F Evans 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
7911 144th St E, Puyallup, WA 98375
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dessie F Evans Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Valley Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Spanaway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frank Brouillet Elem (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gov John Rogers High School Puyallup | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Edward Zeiger Elem Puyallup | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Ballou Jr High Puyallup | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodland Elementary Puyallup | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Frederickson Elementary Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Puyallup Online Academy/POA Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Puyallup Open Doors/POD Puyalllup | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Puyallup Parent Partnership Program Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Firgrove Elementary Puyallup | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Frank Brouillet Elem Puyallup | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Doris Stahl Junior High Puyallup | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Bethel Elementary Learning Academy Puyallup | 1.9 mi | — |
| Pierce County Skills Center Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Emma L Carson Elementary Puyallup | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Avenue Elementary Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Fruitland Elementary Puyallup | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Pope Elementary Puyallup | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Pioneer Valley Elementary Spanaway | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Liberty Middle School Spanaway | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Bethel Virtual Academy Spanaway | 4.1 mi | 2.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Discovery Elementary Everett, WA | 4.5 |
| Mountain Way Elementary Granite Falls, WA | 4.5 |
| Sarah J Anderson Elementary Vancouver, WA | 4.6 |
| Scootney Springs Elementary Othello, WA | 4.6 |
| Stevenson Elementary Bellevue, WA | 4.7 |
| Orin C Smith Elementary School Chehalis, WA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dessie F Evans Elementary
What grades does Dessie F Evans Elementary serve?
Dessie F Evans Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Dessie F Evans Elementary?
Dessie F Evans Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 916 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dessie F Evans Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dessie F Evans Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dessie F Evans Elementary rank in WA?
Dessie F Evans Elementary ranks #1,932 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Dessie F Evans Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dessie F Evans Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Dessie F Evans Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dessie F Evans Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Dessie F Evans Elementary a charter school?
No, Dessie F Evans Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dessie F Evans Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dessie F Evans Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dessie F Evans Elementary?
46.2% of students at Dessie F Evans 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 916
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (253) 864-5500
Resources & Links
District
Puyallup School District- District Enrollment
- 22,905
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,882
- District Rank
- #36 of 36
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