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Best 98371 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,660 students in 98371, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,107 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 98371, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98371, WA are Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Puyallup High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98371 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98371, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98371, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fruitland Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1515 Fruitland Ave
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8734
Gr: K-6 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9805 24th St E
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8740
Gr: K-6 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Puyallup High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
105 Seventh St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8711
Gr: 10-12 | 1,815 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Meeker Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
409 5th St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8738
Gr: K-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1110 W Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8737
Gr: PK-6 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Aylen Jr High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
101 15th St Sw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8723
Gr: 7-9 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #77.
Karshner Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1328 8th Ave Nw
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 841-8736
Gr: PK-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Chief Leschi School
5625 52nd Street East
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6000
Gr: K-12 | 633 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
Gr: PK-12 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98371, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98371, WA include Fruitland Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School and Puyallup High School.
How many public schools are located in 98371?
9 public schools are located in 98371.
What percentage of students in 98371 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 98371 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98371?
98371 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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