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#1300 of 2,228 schools in WA
Puyallup Online Academy/poa
School · Puyallup School District
1501 39th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA 98373
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,300 of 2,228
In Puyallup
#14 of 33
public schools
In district
#17 of 36
Puyallup School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Puyallup Online Academy/poa
School in Puyallup · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Puyallup Open Doors/pod
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Puyallup Parent Partnership Program
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About Puyallup Online Academy/poa
Puyallup Online Academy/poa is a public school in Puyallup, WA, part of Puyallup School District. Puyallup Online Academy/poa serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Puyallup Online Academy/poa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,300 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Puyallup Online Academy/poa show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Puyallup Online Academy/poa is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Puyallup Online Academy/poa sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Puyallup Online Academy/poa — Students at Puyallup Online Academy/poa score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Puyallup Online Academy/poa Compares
See how Puyallup Online Academy/poa 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
1501 39th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA 98373
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Puyallup Online Academy/poa may also want to explore other schools in the area. Woodland Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Puyallup Open Doors/POD (rated 7.0/10, in nearby Puyalllup), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fruitland Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Puyallup Open Doors/POD Puyalllup | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Puyallup Parent Partnership Program Puyallup | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodland Elementary Puyallup | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Gov John Rogers High School Puyallup | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Edward Zeiger Elem Puyallup | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Fruitland Elementary Puyallup | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ballou Jr High Puyallup | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Dessie F Evans Elementary Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Firgrove Elementary Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Maplewood Elementary Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Meeker Elementary Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Puyallup High School Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Aylen Jr High Puyallup | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN - PUYALLUP ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PSD Special Services Puyallup | 2.6 mi | — |
| Kalles Junior High Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Wildwood Elementary Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Karshner Elementary Puyallup | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,791
Median Home Value
$517,600
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
29,062
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
34.8
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| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moses Lake, WA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Puyallup Online Academy/poa
What grades does Puyallup Online Academy/poa serve?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Puyallup Online Academy/poa?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Puyallup Online Academy/poa?
The student-teacher ratio at Puyallup Online Academy/poa is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Puyallup Online Academy/poa rank in WA?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa ranks #1,300 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Puyallup Online Academy/poa's MySchoolScout rating?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Puyallup Online Academy/poa?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Puyallup Online Academy/poa has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Puyallup Online Academy/poa a charter school?
No, Puyallup Online Academy/poa is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Puyallup Online Academy/poa a Title I school?
No, Puyallup Online Academy/poa is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Puyallup Online Academy/poa?
51.7% of students at Puyallup Online Academy/poa 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 864-5700
Resources & Links
District
Puyallup School District- District Enrollment
- 22,905
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,882
- District Rank
- #17 of 36
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