- Rainier Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 576 students
- Hillside Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 567 students
- Four Heroes Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 541 students
- Lakeview Hope Academy — Grades PK–5 · 540 students
- Lake Louise Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 450 students
- Evergreen Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 442 students
- Carter Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 420 students
- Beachwood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 397 students
- Tyee Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 381 students
- Idlewild Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 380 students
- Park Lodge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 363 students
- Custer Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 358 students
- Dower Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 337 students
- Oakbrook Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 285 students
- Tillicum Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 272 students
- Meriwether Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 240 students
- Clover Park Early Learning Program — Grades PK–PK · 213 students
- Thomas Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 934 students
- Hudtloff Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 555 students
- Lochburn Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 497 students
- Clover Park High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,161 students
- Lakes High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,158 students
- CPSD Open Doors Program — Grades 9–12 · 276 students
- Alfaretta House — Grades 11–12 · 26 students
- Re-Entry High School — Grades 9–12 · 5 students
- Oakridge Group Home — Grades 9–12 · 3 students
- General William H. Harrison Preparatory School — Grades 6–12 · 738 students
- Gravelly Lake K-12 Academy — Grades K–12 · 162 students
- Firwood — Grades 4–12 · 45 students
- Oak Grove — Grades K–6 · 11 students
- Transition Day Students — Grades 5–12 · 8 students
- Special Education Services/relife — Grades PK–12 · 4 students
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| Metric | Clover Park School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 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 Clover Park School District
If you live in ZIP 98439 — Clover Park, Washington — your assigned public schools are operated by Clover Park School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Washington average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers 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
Clover Park School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $14,700 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
With multiple schools, Clover Park School District operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Clover Park School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Clover Park School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. 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.
Clover Park 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 98439
Children in zip code 98439 are assigned to Clover Park 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 98439, 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 Clover Park School District at (253)583-5190 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Clover Park
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Clover Park School District serves zip code 98439, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 98439 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 Clover Park 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 98439.
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 Clover Park School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 98439 data.