Very Good
#484 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 22% in state
Spanaway Elementary
Elementary School · Bethel School District
412 165th St S, Spanaway, WA 98387
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#484 of 2,228
In Spanaway
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#8 of 33
Bethel School District
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Spanaway Elementary
Spanaway Elementary is a public elementary school in Spanaway, WA, part of Bethel School District. Spanaway Elementary serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Spanaway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #484 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Spanaway Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Spanaway 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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Spanaway Elementary — Students at Spanaway Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
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: 8.8/10.
How Spanaway Elementary Compares
See how Spanaway 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
412 165th St S, Spanaway, WA 98387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spanaway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camas Prairie Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chester H Thompson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spanaway, see our Spanaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHEL HOPE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spanaway | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Acceleration Academy Spanaway | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Spanaway Middle School Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Thompson Preschool Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Camas Prairie Elementary Spanaway | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Challenger High School Spanaway | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| IMAGINATION SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Spanaway Lake High School Spanaway | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary Spanaway | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Gates Secondary School Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Cedarcrest Middle School Spanaway | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Tacoma | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Early Learning Center Tacoma | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School Tacoma | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Washington High School Tacoma | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park, WA | 7.8 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island, WA | 7.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick, WA | 7.8 |
| Highland Park Elementary School Seattle, WA | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.8 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent, WA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spanaway Elementary
What grades does Spanaway Elementary serve?
Spanaway Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Spanaway Elementary?
Spanaway Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spanaway Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spanaway Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spanaway Elementary rank in WA?
Spanaway Elementary ranks #484 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Spanaway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spanaway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Spanaway Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spanaway Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spanaway Elementary a charter school?
No, Spanaway Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spanaway Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spanaway Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spanaway Elementary?
68.9% of students at Spanaway 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
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (253) 800-5300
Resources & Links
District
Bethel School District- District Enrollment
- 21,539
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,370
- District Rank
- #8 of 33
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