Puyallup Schools Earn State Recognition for Student Growth and Achievement

We are proud to announce that nine Puyallup School District schools have been recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program for their outstanding performance during the 2023–2024 school year.

The Washington School Recognition Program is a joint effort between the State Board of Education (SBE), the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), and the Educational Opportunity Gap Oversight and Accountability Committee (EOGOAC). The purpose of the program is to celebrate effective practices, support student success, and promote continuous improvement in schools across Washington. 

The following Puyallup Schools earned recognition for demonstrating significant student growth, closing opportunity gaps, and promoting student achievement:

• Edgerton Elementary – Growth
• Glacier View Junior High – Closing Gaps
• Kalles Junior High – Growth
• Meeker Elementary – Growth
• Mt. View Elementary – Closing Gaps & Growth
• Spinning Elementary – Growth
• Stewart Elementary – Growth
• Waller Road Elementary – Closing Gaps & Growth
• Zeiger Elementary – Growth

During the 2023-2024 school year, only 16% of schools across Washington State earned recognition. Each school will receive a special banner celebrating and honoring their achievement.

Superintendent Polm notes, “Receiving this recognition from the Washington State Board of Education is a testament to the hard work happening every day in our classrooms and schools. Thanks to the ongoing dedication of our teachers, staff, students, and families, successes like this become possible.”

To learn more about the award methodology and see the full list of honored schools, visit the Washington State Board of Education’s School Recognition Program page.

We are incredibly proud of our students, staff, and school communities whose dedication to growth and excellence made this recognition possible. Congratulations to all!