Serving 469 students in grades 3-5, Hedden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hedden Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Puyallup School District, covering approximately 12 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hedden Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hedden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hedden Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#824 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Hedden Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hedden Elementary School's ranking?
Hedden Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hedden Elementary School?
469 students attend Hedden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hedden Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hedden Elementary School?
Hedden Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hedden Elementary School offer ?
Hedden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hedden Elementary School part of?
Hedden Elementary School is part of Fife School District.
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