Serving 919 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dessie F Evans Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dessie F Evans Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dessie F Evans Elementary School's student population of 919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Dessie F Evans Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dessie F Evans Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#555 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
31%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dessie F Evans Elementary School's ranking?
Dessie F Evans Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dessie F Evans Elementary School?
919 students attend Dessie F Evans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dessie F Evans Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dessie F Evans Elementary School?
Dessie F Evans Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dessie F Evans Elementary School offer ?
Dessie F Evans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dessie F Evans Elementary School part of?
Dessie F Evans Elementary School is part of Puyallup School District.
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