Serving 354 students in grades 1-12, Puyallup Online Academy/poa ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puyallup Online Academy/poa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Puyallup Online Academy/poa's student population of 354 students has grown by 183% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Puyallup Online Academy/poa ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puyallup Online Academy/poa is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1103 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
22%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
51%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)35-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puyallup Online Academy/poa's ranking?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa is ranked #1103 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Puyallup Online Academy/poa often compared to?
Puyallup Online Academy/poais often viewed alongside schools like Internet Academy, Columbia Virtual Academy, Washington Virtual Omak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Puyallup Online Academy/poa?
The graduation rate of Puyallup Online Academy/poa is 35-39%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Puyallup Online Academy/poa?
354 students attend Puyallup Online Academy/poa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Puyallup Online Academy/poa students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puyallup Online Academy/poa?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Puyallup Online Academy/poa offer ?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Puyallup Online Academy/poa part of?
Puyallup Online Academy/poa is part of Puyallup School District.
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