Very Good
#785 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 35% in state
Fort Stevens Elementary
Elementary School · Yelm School District
PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#785 of 2,228
In Yelm
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Yelm School District
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Fort Stevens Elementary?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Fort Stevens Elementary
Elementary School in Yelm · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Yelm Prairie Elementary
1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Yelm Extension School
0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Fort Stevens Elementary
Fort Stevens Elementary is a public elementary school in Yelm, WA, part of Yelm School District. Fort Stevens Elementary serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Stevens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #785 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Stevens Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Fort Stevens 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
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Fort Stevens Elementary — Students at Fort Stevens Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 5.9/10.
How Fort Stevens Elementary Compares
See how Fort Stevens 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
PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Stevens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Rainier), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis Main), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Evergreen Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis Main), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yelm, see our Yelm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yelm Prairie Elementary Yelm | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Yelm Extension School Yelm | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Yelm Middle School Yelm | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Mill Pond Elementary School Yelm | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Ridgeline Middle School Yelm | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| McKenna Elementary Yelm | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Yelm High School 12 Yelm | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| EAGLE VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yelm | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Southworth Elementary Yelm | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Roy Elementary Roy | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Rainier Middle School Rainier | 6.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Rainier Senior High School Rainier | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Rainier Elementary School Rainier | 6.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Lackamas Elementary Yelm | 7.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Rainier Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 9.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Hillside Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 11.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont | 11.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Wa He Lut Indian School Olympia | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Pioneer Middle Dupont | 11.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 12.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98597 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,120
Median Home Value
$423,200
Median Rent
$1,441/mo
Population
26,431
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee, WA | 7.1 |
| Broad View Elementary Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco, WA | 7.1 |
| Cooper Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.1 |
| Crescent Harbor Elem Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Daybreak Primary Battle Ground, WA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Stevens Elementary
What grades does Fort Stevens Elementary serve?
Fort Stevens Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fort Stevens Elementary?
Fort Stevens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Stevens Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Stevens Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Stevens Elementary rank in WA?
Fort Stevens Elementary ranks #785 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Fort Stevens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Stevens 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 Fort Stevens Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Stevens Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fort Stevens Elementary a charter school?
No, Fort Stevens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Stevens Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fort Stevens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Stevens Elementary?
57.4% of students at Fort Stevens 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.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Thurston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (360) 458-4800
Resources & Links
District
Yelm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,820
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
Other Schools in This District
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.