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Below Average

#1818 of 2,228 schools in WA

Stewart Elementary

Elementary School · Puyallup School District

426 4th Ave NE, Puyallup, WA 98372

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,818 of 2,228

In Puyallup

#31 of 33

public schools

In district

#34 of 36

Puyallup School District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Stewart Elementary

4.8/10

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

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5.5/10

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About Stewart Elementary

Stewart Elementary is a public elementary school in Puyallup, WA, part of Puyallup School District. Stewart Elementary serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Stewart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,818 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Stewart Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Stewart 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.2% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,882
Chronic Absenteeism50.8%

Stewart Elementary — Students at Stewart Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 54.4% (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
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
29.4%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
38.1%
ELA
41.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.

How Stewart Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
18th percentile in WA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.8%

Location

426 4th Ave NE, Puyallup, WA 98372

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stewart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spinning Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fruitland Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shaw Road Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Kalles Junior High Puyallup 0.5 mi 5.5
PSD Special Services Puyallup 0.3 mi
CASCADE CHRISTIAN - PUYALLUP ELEMENTARY Puyallup 0.6 mi 4.3
ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Puyallup 0.5 mi 6.2
Meeker Elementary Puyallup 0.6 mi 6.1
Puyallup High School Puyallup 0.6 mi 6.7
E B Walker High School Puyallup 0.9 mi 6.0
Spinning Elementary Puyallup 0.7 mi 9.2
Maplewood Elementary Puyallup 1.0 mi 5.3
Aylen Jr High Puyallup 1.1 mi 5.8
Karshner Elementary Puyallup 1.2 mi 5.1
CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL Puyallup 1.3 mi 6.2
Wildwood Elementary Puyallup 2.0 mi 6.2
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Puyallup 1.6 mi 6.3
Shaw Road Elementary Puyallup 1.7 mi 6.8
Mt View Elementary Edgewood 2.4 mi 6.4
Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup 2.4 mi 5.7
Fruitland Elementary Puyallup 2.0 mi 7.0
Edgemont Jr High Edgewood 3.0 mi 5.1
Puyallup Online Academy/POA Puyallup 2.8 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,316

Median Home Value

$570,100

Median Rent

$1,745/mo

Population

26,662

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

51.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stewart Elementary

What grades does Stewart Elementary serve?

Stewart Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Stewart Elementary?

Stewart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stewart Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stewart Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stewart Elementary rank in WA?

Stewart Elementary ranks #1,818 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Stewart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stewart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Stewart Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stewart Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stewart Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stewart Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

64.3% of students at Stewart 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
89 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.8%

District

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

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