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Very Good

#690 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 31% in state

Pope Elementary

Elementary School · Puyallup School District

15102 122nd Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98374

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#690 of 2,228

In Puyallup

#5 of 33

public schools

In district

#6 of 36

Puyallup School District

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Pope Elementary

7.3/10

Elementary School in Puyallup · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Warren Hunt Elem

5.8/10

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6.5/10

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About Pope Elementary

Pope Elementary is a public elementary school in Puyallup, WA, part of Puyallup School District. Pope Elementary serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Pope Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,882
Chronic Absenteeism27.1%

Pope Elementary — Students at Pope Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
57.1%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
47.1%
ELA
54.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Pope Elementary Compares

See how Pope Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in WA
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

15102 122nd Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98374

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pope Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ridgecrest Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Frank Brouillet Elem (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Graham Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Graham), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Warren Hunt Elem Puyallup 0.7 mi 5.8
G W Edgerton Elementary Puyallup 0.9 mi 6.5
Ridgecrest Elementary Puyallup 1.6 mi 8.0
Firgrove Elementary Puyallup 1.5 mi 4.9
Emerald Ridge High School Puyallup 2.0 mi 6.3
Glacier View Junior High Puyallup 2.1 mi 4.5
Ballou Jr High Puyallup 1.6 mi 5.0
Doris Stahl Junior High Puyallup 1.9 mi 5.9
Sunrise Elementary Puyallup 2.6 mi 5.9
Frank Brouillet Elem Puyallup 2.1 mi 7.7
Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup 2.9 mi 5.7
Edward Zeiger Elem Puyallup 2.2 mi 5.2
Gov John Rogers High School Puyallup 2.5 mi 5.6
Wildwood Elementary Puyallup 3.3 mi 6.2
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School Orting 2.5 mi 4.8
Emma L Carson Elementary Puyallup 2.8 mi 5.9
Orting Middle School Orting 2.6 mi 4.9
Graham Elementary Graham 3.6 mi 7.6
Dessie F Evans Elementary Puyallup 2.7 mi 4.5
Puyallup Online Academy/POA Puyallup 3.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,854

Median Home Value

$491,200

Median Rent

$1,925/mo

Population

47,645

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

35.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

36.1

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Centennial Elementary Graham, WA 7.3
Central Emerson Elementary Snohomish, WA 7.3
Chautauqua Elementary Vashon, WA 7.3
Dutch Hill Elementary Snohomish, WA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pope Elementary

What grades does Pope Elementary serve?

Pope Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Pope Elementary?

Pope Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pope Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pope Elementary rank in WA?

Pope Elementary ranks #690 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Pope Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pope Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Pope Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pope Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pope Elementary a charter school?

No, Pope Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pope Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pope Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pope Elementary?

48.2% of students at Pope 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

District

Puyallup School District
District Enrollment
22,905
Schools in District
37
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,882
District Rank
#6 of 36

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