Excellent
#257 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 12% in state
Pioneer Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Bethel School District
7315 Eustis Hunt Rd, Spanaway, WA 98387
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#257 of 2,228
In Spanaway
#2 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 33
Bethel School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Pioneer Valley Elementary
Pioneer Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Spanaway, WA, part of Bethel School District. Pioneer Valley Elementary serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Valley Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Pioneer Valley 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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Pioneer Valley Elementary — Students at Pioneer Valley Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
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: 9.6/10.
How Pioneer Valley Elementary Compares
See how Pioneer Valley 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
7315 Eustis Hunt Rd, Spanaway, WA 98387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Star Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Graham), with a very similar rating. Another option is Clover Creek Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Rocky Ridge Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Graham), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Spanaway, see our Spanaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Middle School Spanaway | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Bethel Virtual Academy Spanaway | 0.1 mi | 2.5 |
| North Star Elementary Graham | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Emma L Carson Elementary Puyallup | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Frederickson Elementary Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Graham Elementary Graham | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Frank Brouillet Elem Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Centennial Elementary Graham | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Doris Stahl Junior High Puyallup | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Frontier Middle School Graham | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Graham Kapowsin High School Graham | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Bethel Elementary Learning Academy Puyallup | 2.9 mi | — |
| Pierce County Skills Center Puyallup | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Nelson Elementary School Graham | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Shining Mountain Elementary Spanaway | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Bethel Middle School Spanaway | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Bethel High School Spanaway | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Rocky Ridge Elementary Graham | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Dessie F Evans Elementary Puyallup | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Clover Creek Elementary Tacoma | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cherrydale Elementary Steilacoom, WA | 8.5 |
| Creekside Elementary School Mead, WA | 8.5 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Covington, WA | 8.5 |
| East Ridge Elementary Woodinville, WA | 8.5 |
| Hamilton Elementary Port Angeles, WA | 8.5 |
| Lake Forest Park Elementary Lake Forest Park, WA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer Valley Elementary
What grades does Pioneer Valley Elementary serve?
Pioneer Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pioneer Valley Elementary?
Pioneer Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Valley Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pioneer Valley Elementary rank in WA?
Pioneer Valley Elementary ranks #257 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Pioneer Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Pioneer Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Valley Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pioneer Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Pioneer Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pioneer Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pioneer Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pioneer Valley Elementary?
54.3% of students at Pioneer Valley 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
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (253) 800-8900
Resources & Links
District
Bethel School District- District Enrollment
- 21,539
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,370
- District Rank
- #3 of 33
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