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Puyallup Parent Partnership Program

Elementary School · Puyallup School District

1501 39th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA 98373

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,383 of 2,228

In Puyallup

#20 of 33

public schools

In district

#23 of 36

Puyallup School District

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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5.8/10

Elementary School in Puyallup · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Puyallup Parent Partnership Program

Puyallup Parent Partnership Program is a public elementary school in Puyallup, WA, part of Puyallup School District. Puyallup Parent Partnership Program serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Puyallup Parent Partnership Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,383 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Puyallup Parent Partnership Program show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 106 students, Puyallup Parent Partnership Program 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 Parent Partnership Program 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.2% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-34.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,882
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Puyallup Parent Partnership Program — Students at Puyallup Parent Partnership Program score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 26 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
69.5%
2016
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
17.3%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
18.5%
ELA
31.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Puyallup Parent Partnership Program Compares

See how Puyallup Parent Partnership Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in WA
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

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

1501 39th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA 98373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Puyallup Parent Partnership Program may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodland Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fruitland Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 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 Online Academy/POA Puyallup 0.0 mi 6.0
Puyallup Open Doors/POD Puyalllup 0.0 mi 7.0
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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Puyallup Parent Partnership Program

What grades does Puyallup Parent Partnership Program serve?

Puyallup Parent Partnership Program serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Puyallup Parent Partnership Program?

Puyallup Parent Partnership Program has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Puyallup Parent Partnership Program?

The student-teacher ratio at Puyallup Parent Partnership Program is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Puyallup Parent Partnership Program rank in WA?

Puyallup Parent Partnership Program ranks #1,383 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Puyallup Parent Partnership Program's MySchoolScout rating?

Puyallup Parent Partnership Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Parent Partnership Program?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Puyallup Parent Partnership Program has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Puyallup Parent Partnership Program a charter school?

No, Puyallup Parent Partnership Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Puyallup Parent Partnership Program a Title I school?

No, Puyallup Parent Partnership Program is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Puyallup Parent Partnership Program?

54.7% of students at Puyallup Parent Partnership Program 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

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

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