Very Good
#742 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 33% in state
Evergreen Elementary
Elementary School · Bethel School District
1311 172nd St E, Spanaway, WA 98387
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#742 of 2,228
In Spanaway
#4 of 15
public schools
In district
#12 of 33
Bethel School District
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Evergreen Elementary
Evergreen Elementary is a public elementary school in Spanaway, WA, part of Bethel School District. Evergreen Elementary serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Evergreen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Evergreen Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Evergreen 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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Evergreen Elementary — Students at Evergreen Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
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: 7.4/10.
How Evergreen Elementary Compares
See how Evergreen 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
1311 172nd St E, Spanaway, WA 98387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evergreen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camas Prairie Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chester H Thompson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spanaway, see our Spanaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spanaway Lake High School Spanaway | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Camas Prairie Elementary Spanaway | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Cedarcrest Middle School Spanaway | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Thompson Preschool Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Challenger High School Spanaway | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Spanaway Middle School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BETHEL HOPE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spanaway | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Acceleration Academy Spanaway | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Spanaway Elementary Spanaway | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Naches Trail Elementary Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS - FREDERICKSON ELEM. Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Clover Creek Elementary Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| IMAGINATION SCHOOL Tacoma | 2.0 mi | — |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Collins Elementary Tacoma | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Tacoma | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Elk Plain School of Choice Spanaway | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,141
Median Home Value
$424,100
Median Rent
$1,837/mo
Population
49,940
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evergreen Elementary
What grades does Evergreen Elementary serve?
Evergreen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Evergreen Elementary?
Evergreen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evergreen Elementary rank in WA?
Evergreen Elementary ranks #742 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Evergreen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Evergreen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Evergreen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evergreen Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Evergreen Elementary a charter school?
No, Evergreen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Evergreen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Evergreen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evergreen Elementary?
65.9% of students at Evergreen 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 533
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (253) 800-8200
Resources & Links
District
Bethel School District- District Enrollment
- 21,539
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,370
- District Rank
- #12 of 33
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