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E B Walker High School

High School · Puyallup School District

5715 Milwaukee Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98372

Enrollment

126

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,299 of 2,228

In Puyallup

#13 of 33

public schools

In district

#16 of 36

Puyallup School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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E B Walker High School

6.0/10

High School in Puyallup · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About E B Walker High School

E B Walker High School is a public high school in Puyallup, WA, part of Puyallup School District. E B Walker High School serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. E B Walker High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,299 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for E B Walker High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • WA avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 126 students, E B Walker High School 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.

Test scores at E B Walker High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading vs. State Avg-46.9 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-26.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,882

E B Walker High School — Students at E B Walker High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
55.9% (2024 SBA)

Based on 27 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
69.5%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2022
ELA
25%
2024
ELA
14.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How E B Walker High School Compares

See how E B Walker High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in WA
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5715 Milwaukee Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98372

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E B Walker High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Puyallup High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Stewart Elementary Puyallup 0.9 mi 4.8
Spinning Elementary Puyallup 1.2 mi 9.2
Kalles Junior High Puyallup 1.3 mi 5.5
PSD Special Services Puyallup 1.1 mi
CASCADE CHRISTIAN - PUYALLUP ELEMENTARY Puyallup 1.4 mi 4.3
ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Puyallup 1.3 mi 6.2
Meeker Elementary Puyallup 1.4 mi 6.1
Mt View Elementary Edgewood 1.5 mi 6.4
Puyallup High School Puyallup 1.3 mi 6.7
CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL Puyallup 1.7 mi 6.2
Maplewood Elementary Puyallup 1.6 mi 5.3
Karshner Elementary Puyallup 1.5 mi 5.1
Edgemont Jr High Edgewood 2.2 mi 5.1
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Puyallup 1.9 mi 6.3
Aylen Jr High Puyallup 1.7 mi 5.8
Shaw Road Elementary Puyallup 2.0 mi 6.8
Northwood Elementary Edgewood 2.4 mi 7.3
Wildwood Elementary Puyallup 2.7 mi 6.2
SALVATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Edgewood 3.0 mi 6.3
Sumner Special Services Sumner 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,316

Median Home Value

$570,100

Median Rent

$1,745/mo

Population

26,662

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

51.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E B Walker High School

What grades does E B Walker High School serve?

E B Walker High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend E B Walker High School?

E B Walker High School has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E B Walker High School?

The student-teacher ratio at E B Walker High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E B Walker High School rank in WA?

E B Walker High School ranks #1,299 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is E B Walker High School's MySchoolScout rating?

E B Walker High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 E B Walker High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E B Walker High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is E B Walker High School a charter school?

No, E B Walker High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is E B Walker High School a Title I school?

No, E B Walker High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E B Walker High School?

61.1% of students at E B Walker High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County

District

Puyallup School District
District Enrollment
22,905
Schools in District
37
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,882
District Rank
#16 of 36

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