For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,150 students in 98371, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98371, WA are Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Meeker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98371 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98371, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98371, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fruitland Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1515 Fruitland Ave
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8734
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8734
Gr: K-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9805 24th St E
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8740
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8740
Gr: K-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Meeker Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
409 5th St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8738
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8738
Gr: K-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1110 W Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8737
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8737
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Karshner Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1328 8th Ave Nw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8736
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8736
Gr: PK-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
5625 52nd Street East
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6000
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6000
Gr: K-12 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: n/an/a
Psd Special Services
Special Education School
Puyallup School District Speci
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8700
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8700
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
98371, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98371, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98371, WA include Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Meeker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98371?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98371.
What is the racial composition of students in 98371?
98371 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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