- 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 | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Puyallup School District
Families searching for schools in Puyallup, Washington (ZIP 98372) are zoned to Puyallup School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Washington districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 36 schools, covering Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Puyallup School District spends approximately $14,700 per student per year, 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
At 36 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Puyallup School District qualifies as a very large district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Puyallup School District ranks among Washington’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Puyallup School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 98372
Children in zip code 98372 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 98372, 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 proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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
For families considering a purchase in the Puyallup area, district assignment matters financially. Because Puyallup School District serves zip code 98372, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 98372 and neighboring areas. 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 98372.
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 98372 data.