Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Emma L Carson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carson Elementary serves the southern part of Puyallup, WA, covering approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most homes located within 0.7 miles of the school and the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emma L Carson Elementary School's student population of 676 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma L Carson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emma L Carson Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1137 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma L Carson Elementary School's ranking?
Emma L Carson Elementary School is ranked #1137 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Emma L Carson Elementary School often compared to?
Emma L Carson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederickson Elementary School, Doris Stahl Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Emma L Carson Elementary School?
676 students attend Emma L Carson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Emma L Carson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma L Carson Elementary School?
Emma L Carson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emma L Carson Elementary School offer ?
Emma L Carson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emma L Carson Elementary School part of?
Emma L Carson Elementary School is part of Puyallup School District.
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