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#1566 of 2,228 schools in WA
Developmental Preschool
School · Steilacoom Hist. School District
511 Chambers Street, Steilacoom, WA 98388
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
38
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
38
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,566 of 2,228
In Steilacoom
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Steilacoom Hist. School District
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Developmental Preschool
School in Steilacoom · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Cherrydale Elementary
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0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Developmental Preschool
Developmental Preschool is a public school in Steilacoom, WA, part of Steilacoom Hist. School District. Developmental Preschool serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K.
Developmental Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,566 of 2,228 schools in WA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Developmental Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
55% of students at Developmental Preschool 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Developmental Preschool Compares
See how Developmental Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
511 Chambers Street, Steilacoom, WA 98388
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Developmental Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. Beachwood Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis North), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meriwether Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis North), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherrydale Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Steilacoom, see our Steilacoom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cherrydale Elementary Steilacoom | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Saltars Point Elementary Steilacoom | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lakes High School Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Alfaretta House Lakewood | 1.2 mi | — |
| Steilacoom High Steilacoom | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKEWOOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Lake Louise Elementary School Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Meriwether Elementary School Jblm Lewis North | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Thomas Middle School Lakewood | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Re-Entry High School Lakewood | 1.9 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Lakewood | 1.8 mi | — |
| Firwood Steilacoom | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Transition Day Students Lakewood | 2.0 mi | — |
| Oakridge Group Home Lakewood | 2.2 mi | — |
| Beachwood Elementary School Jblm Lewis North | 3.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Oakbrook Elementary School Lakewood | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Idlewild Elementary School Lakewood | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Chambers Elementary University Pla | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Sunset Primary University Place | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Custer Elementary School Lakewood | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Developmental Preschool
What grades does Developmental Preschool serve?
Developmental Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Developmental Preschool?
Developmental Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
How does Developmental Preschool rank in WA?
Developmental Preschool ranks #1,566 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Developmental Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Developmental Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Developmental Preschool a charter school?
No, Developmental Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Developmental Preschool a Title I school?
No, Developmental Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Developmental Preschool?
36.8% of students at Developmental Preschool 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.3%
- Phone
- (253) 983-2238
Resources & Links
District
Steilacoom Hist. School District- District Enrollment
- 3,039
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,148
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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