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#876 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 39% 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
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#876 of 2,228
In Yelm
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Yelm School District
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mill Pond Elementary School
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About Mill Pond Elementary School
Mill Pond Elementary School is a public elementary school in Yelm, WA, part of Yelm School District. Mill Pond Elementary School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mill Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #876 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mill Pond Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Mill Pond Elementary School 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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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 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: 5.8/10.
How Mill Pond Elementary School Compares
See how Mill Pond Elementary School 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 Mill Pond Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadows Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Lacey), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Rainier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis Main), which scores notably higher. 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 | 3.3 |
| Yelm Middle School Yelm | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Yelm High School 12 Yelm | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Fort Stevens Elementary Yelm | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Yelm Prairie Elementary Yelm | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| EAGLE VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yelm | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Southworth Elementary Yelm | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| McKenna Elementary Yelm | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Rainier Middle School Rainier | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Rainier Senior High School Rainier | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Rainier Elementary School Rainier | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Roy Elementary Roy | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Lackamas Elementary Yelm | 8.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Rainier Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 10.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Wa He Lut Indian School Olympia | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont | 11.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Evergreen Forest Elementary Lacey | 9.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Meadows Elementary Lacey | 9.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Pioneer Middle Dupont | 11.7 mi | 6.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Bowman Creek Elementary Auburn, WA | 6.9 |
| CAMAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Camas, WA | 6.9 |
| Chain Lake Elementary School Snohomish, WA | 6.9 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont, WA | 6.9 |
| Cottonwood Elementary Kennewick, WA | 6.9 |
| Cougar Valley Elementary Silverdale, WA | 6.9 |
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 ranks #876 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mill Pond Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mill Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Mill Pond Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mill Pond Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (360) 458-3400
Resources & Links
District
Yelm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,820
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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