Excellent
#300 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 13% in state
Pleasant Glade Elementary
Elementary School · North Thurston Public Schools
1920 Abernethy Rd NE, Lacey, WA 98516
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#300 of 2,228
In Lacey
#2 of 24
public schools
In district
#2 of 24
North Thurston Public Schools
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Pleasant Glade Elementary
Pleasant Glade Elementary is a public elementary school in Lacey, WA, part of North Thurston Public Schools. Pleasant Glade Elementary serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Glade Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #300 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Glade Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Pleasant Glade 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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Pleasant Glade Elementary — Students at Pleasant Glade Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.1%
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: 9.0/10.
How Pleasant Glade Elementary Compares
See how Pleasant Glade Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1920 Abernethy Rd NE, Lacey, WA 98516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Glade Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, South Bay Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lacey, see our Lacey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chinook Middle School Lacey | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Envision Career Academy Lacey | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Summit VIrtual Academy Lacey | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Ignite Family Academy Lacey | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| North Thurston High School Lacey | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Lacey | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| South Bay Elementary Lacey | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CAPITAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Olympia | 1.6 mi | — |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Lacey | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Mountain View Elementary Lacey | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Lacey Elementary Lacey | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Olympic View Elementary Lacey | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Komachin Middle School Lacey | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| OLYMPIA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Olympia | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,191
Median Home Value
$528,000
Median Rent
$1,948/mo
Population
28,286
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Graham Bell Elementary Kirkland, WA | 8.4 |
| Cherry Crest Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 8.4 |
| Clovis Point Elementary School East Wenatchee, WA | 8.4 |
| Davis Elementary College Place, WA | 8.4 |
| Emerald Hills Elementary Bonney Lake, WA | 8.4 |
| Geiger Montessori School Tacoma, WA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Glade Elementary
What grades does Pleasant Glade Elementary serve?
Pleasant Glade Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Glade Elementary?
Pleasant Glade Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Glade Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Glade 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 Pleasant Glade Elementary rank in WA?
Pleasant Glade Elementary ranks #300 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Pleasant Glade Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Glade Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Pleasant Glade Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Glade Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pleasant Glade Elementary a charter school?
No, Pleasant Glade Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Glade Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Glade Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Glade Elementary?
50.1% of students at Pleasant Glade 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 507
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Thurston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (360) 412-4620
Resources & Links
District
North Thurston Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 15,197
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,096
- District Rank
- #2 of 24
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