Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pope Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pope Elementary School's student population of 710 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pope Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pope Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#533 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
13%
5%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pope Elementary School's ranking?
Pope Elementary School is ranked #533 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pope Elementary School often compared to?
Pope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G W Edgerton Elementary School, White River Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pope Elementary School?
710 students attend Pope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Pope Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pope Elementary School?
Pope Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pope Elementary School offer ?
Pope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pope Elementary School part of?
Pope Elementary School is part of Puyallup School District.
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