Best 98371 Washington Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 828 students in 98371, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98371, WA are Maplewood Elementary School and Karshner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98371 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98371, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98371, WA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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
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 preschools in 98371, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98371, WA include Maplewood Elementary School and Karshner Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98371?
3 public preschools are located in 98371.
What is the racial composition of students in 98371?
98371 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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