For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,113 students in University Place, WA (there are , serving 783 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in University Place, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in University Place, WA are Drum Intermediate and Chambers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
University Place, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in University Place have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in University Place, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drum Intermediate
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4909 79th Avenue W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5660
Gr: 5-7 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Chambers Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9101 56th Ave W
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5650
University Place, WA 98467
(253) 566-5650
Gr: K-4 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in University Place, WA?
The top ranked public schools in University Place, WA include Drum Intermediate and Chambers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in University Place?
2 public schools are located in University Place.
What percentage of students in University Place go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in University Place are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in University Place?
University Place public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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