For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,132 students in University Place, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 804 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in University Place, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in University Place, WA are Drum Intermediate and Chambers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
University Place, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in University Place have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in University Place, WA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drum Intermediate
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4909 79th Avenue W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
Gr: 5-7 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Chambers Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9101 56th Ave W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5650
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5650
Gr: K-4 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in University Place, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in University Place, WA include Drum Intermediate and Chambers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in University Place?
2 public schools are located in University Place.
What percentage of students in University Place go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in University Place are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in University Place?
University Place public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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