Best Public Schools in Zip Code 98373

The 98373 zip code area in Puyallup, Washington is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Puyallup School District. While the district is ranked 88 out of 247 in Washington and has a 3-star rating, the schools in this area show stark differences in academic performance and student outcomes.

Woodland Elementary stands out as a top performer, ranking in the top 30% of Washington elementary schools with strong test scores and an exceptional 79.22% of 5th graders proficient or better in science. In contrast, Firgrove Elementary and Puyallup Open Doors/POD struggle with low test scores and high dropout rates, potentially correlated with their higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

The data also reveals challenges faced by the alternative schools, Puyallup Online Academy/POA and Puyallup Open Doors/POD, which have significantly lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates compared to the district's traditional high schools, such as Gov John Rogers High School. These disparities in academic performance and student outcomes across the district suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure equitable access to quality education for all students in the 98373 zip code area.