- Puyallup High School — Grades 10–12 · 1,815 students
- Gov John Rogers High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,788 students
- Emerald Ridge High School — Grades 10–12 · 1,599 students
- Puyallup Open Doors/POD — Grades 9–12 · 124 students
- Dessie F Evans Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 919 students
- Ballou Jr High — Grades 7–9 · 852 students
- Doris Stahl Junior High — Grades 6–10 · 846 students
- Glacier View Junior High — Grades 7–9 · 843 students
- Ferrucci Jr High — Grades 7–9 · 815 students
- Kalles Junior High — Grades 7–9 · 762 students
- G W Edgerton Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 753 students
- Northwood Elementary — Grades K–6 · 732 students
- Sunrise Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 724 students
- Aylen Jr High — Grades 7–9 · 720 students
- Pope Elementary — Grades K–6 · 710 students
- Warren Hunt Elem — Grades PK–6 · 681 students
- Emma L Carson Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 676 students
- Shaw Road Elementary — Grades K–6 · 615 students
- Woodland Elementary — Grades K–6 · 606 students
- Firgrove Elementary — Grades K–6 · 593 students
- Edgemont Jr High — Grades 6–9 · 590 students
- Fruitland Elementary — Grades K–6 · 566 students
- Frank Brouillet Elem — Grades K–6 · 541 students
- Edward Zeiger Elem — Grades PK–6 · 500 students
- Ridgecrest Elementary — Grades K–6 · 456 students
- Karshner Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 405 students
- Maplewood Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 371 students
- Meeker Elementary — Grades K–6 · 366 students
- Wildwood Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 364 students
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| Metric | Puyallup School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 36 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Near average |
About Puyallup School District
Puyallup School District serves zip code 98371, covering Puyallup, Washington with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Puyallup School District runs approximately $14,700 annually, placing it near the Washington state average of approximately $14,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Puyallup School District is a small, community-focused district with 1 schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Puyallup School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Washington public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Washington is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Puyallup School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Washington. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 98371
Children in zip code 98371 are assigned to Puyallup School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 98371, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Puyallup School District at (253)841-1301 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Washington districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Puyallup
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Puyallup School District serves zip code 98371, homes in and around zip code 98371 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Washington, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Puyallup School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 98371.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Puyallup School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 98371 data.