Excellent
#200 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 9% in state
Mill Pond Elementary School
Elementary School · Yelm School District
PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Yelm
#1 of 10
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#189 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 10
Yelm School District
Equity
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Mill Pond Elementary School
Mill Pond Elementary School is a public elementary school in Yelm, WA, part of the Yelm School District. The school serves approximately 397 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 91.1th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math, 12 points above the state average and 60% in reading/language arts, 10 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,120, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
Score Breakdown
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Mill Pond Elementary School — Students at Mill Pond Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 8.7/10.
How Mill Pond Elementary School Compares
See how Mill Pond Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 55.8% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 60% (2019) to 60% (2024).
Location
PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mill Pond Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Rainier), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chloe Clark Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Dupont), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wa He Lut Indian School (rated 8.1/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Olympia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yelm, see our Yelm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeline Middle School Yelm | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Yelm Extension School Yelm | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Yelm Middle School Yelm | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Yelm High School 12 Yelm | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Fort Stevens Elementary Yelm | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Yelm Prairie Elementary Yelm | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EAGLE VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yelm | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Southworth Elementary Yelm | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| McKenna Elementary Yelm | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Rainier Middle School Rainier | 4.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Rainier Senior High School Rainier | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Rainier Elementary School Rainier | 5.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Roy Elementary Roy | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Lackamas Elementary Yelm | 8.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Rainier Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Wa He Lut Indian School Olympia | 10.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont | 11.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Evergreen Forest Elementary Lacey | 9.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Meadows Elementary Lacey | 9.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Pioneer Middle Dupont | 11.7 mi | 5.0 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mill Pond Elementary School has a median household income of $92,120. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $423,200, with a median rent of $1,441/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert Einstein Elementary Redmond, WA | 8.5 |
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake, WA | 8.5 |
| Colbert Elementary School Colbert, WA | 8.5 |
| Cottage Lake Elementary Woodinville, WA | 8.5 |
| Crownhill Elementary School Bremerton, WA | 8.5 |
| Delong Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mill Pond Elementary School
What grades does Mill Pond Elementary School serve?
Mill Pond Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mill Pond Elementary School?
Mill Pond Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mill Pond Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mill Pond Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mill Pond Elementary School rank in WA?
Mill Pond Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Mill Pond Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mill Pond Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mill Pond Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mill Pond Elementary School has 57.3% math proficiency and 59.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mill Pond Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mill Pond Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mill Pond Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mill Pond Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mill Pond Elementary School?
54.7% of students at Mill Pond Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Thurston County
- Phone
- (360) 458-3400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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