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#372 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 17% in state

Woodland Elementary

Elementary School · Puyallup School District

7707 112th St E, Puyallup, WA 98373

Enrollment

592

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#372 of 2,228

In Puyallup

#2 of 33

public schools

In district

#2 of 36

Puyallup School District

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Woodland Elementary

8.2/10

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

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About Woodland Elementary

Woodland Elementary is a public elementary school in Puyallup, WA, part of Puyallup School District. Woodland Elementary serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Woodland 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 Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.2% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+16.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,882
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Woodland Elementary — Students at Woodland Elementary score 62% 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

49.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
61%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
63.3%
ELA
63%
2024
Math
63.3%
ELA
60.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Woodland Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
83th percentile in WA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

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

7707 112th St E, Puyallup, WA 98373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fruitland Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Meeker Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Puyallup Online Academy/POA Puyallup 0.6 mi 6.0
Puyallup Open Doors/POD Puyalllup 0.6 mi 7.0
Puyallup Parent Partnership Program Puyallup 0.6 mi 5.8
Fruitland Elementary Puyallup 1.4 mi 7.0
Gov John Rogers High School Puyallup 1.4 mi 5.6
Edward Zeiger Elem Puyallup 1.5 mi 5.2
Dessie F Evans Elementary Puyallup 1.9 mi 4.5
Ballou Jr High Puyallup 2.1 mi 5.0
Maplewood Elementary Puyallup 2.5 mi 5.3
Aylen Jr High Puyallup 2.6 mi 5.8
Firgrove Elementary Puyallup 2.3 mi 4.9
Meeker Elementary Puyallup 2.6 mi 6.1
Puyallup High School Puyallup 2.7 mi 6.7
Karshner Elementary Puyallup 3.0 mi 5.1
ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Puyallup 2.6 mi 6.2
Central Avenue Elementary Tacoma 2.2 mi 4.5
PSD Special Services Puyallup 2.8 mi
CASCADE CHRISTIAN - PUYALLUP ELEMENTARY Puyallup 2.7 mi 4.3
Kalles Junior High Puyallup 2.8 mi 5.5
Stewart Elementary Puyallup 3.1 mi 4.8

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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Byron Kibler Elementary School Enumclaw, WA 8.2
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Harriet Rowley Mount Vernon, WA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Elementary

What grades does Woodland Elementary serve?

Woodland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Woodland Elementary?

Woodland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Elementary rank in WA?

Woodland Elementary ranks #372 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Woodland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Woodland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Woodland Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodland Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

49.5% of students at Woodland 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

District

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

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