For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,472 students in 98372, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98372, WA are Kalles Junior High School, E B Walker High School and Edgemont Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98372 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98372, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98372, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kalles Junior High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 7th Ave Se
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8729
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8729
Gr: 7-9 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
E B Walker High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5715 Milwaukee Ave E
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8781
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8781
Gr: 8-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Edgemont Jr High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2300 110th Ave E
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8727
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 841-8727
Gr: 6-9 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98372, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98372, WA include Kalles Junior High School, E B Walker High School and Edgemont Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98372?
3 public middle schools are located in 98372.
What is the racial composition of students in 98372?
98372 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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