For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,477 students in 98372, WA (there are 6 private schools, serving 2,238 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 98372, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98372, WA are Shaw Road Elementary School, Spinning Elementary School and Mt View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98372 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98372, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98372, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shaw Road Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1106 Shaw Rd
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8675
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8675
Gr: K-6 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Spinning Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1306 E Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8742
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8742
Gr: K-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Mt View Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3411 119th Ave E
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8739
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8739
Gr: K-6 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Kalles Junior High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 7th Ave Se
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8729
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8729
Gr: 7-9 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Hedden Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11313 8th St E
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 517-1500
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 517-1500
Gr: 3-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
E B Walker High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5715 Milwaukee Ave E
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8781
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8781
Gr: 8-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Edgemont Jr High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2300 110th Ave E
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8727
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8727
Gr: 6-9 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #88.
Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
426 4th Ave Ne
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8743
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8743
Gr: PK-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
98372, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Triad K-12 Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1110 West Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8737
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8737
Gr: 1-8 | 44 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98372, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98372, WA include Shaw Road Elementary School, Spinning Elementary School and Mt View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98372?
8 public schools are located in 98372.
What percentage of students in 98372 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 98372 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98372?
98372 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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