Summary:
Zip code 98433, serving the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military community, contains five elementary schools (grades Pre-K-5) within the Clover Park School District, which ranks in the bottom third of Washington districts.
Among these schools, Beachwood Elementary School is a clear standout, ranking in the 87th percentile statewide with exceptional test scores, particularly a remarkable 91.67% proficiency in science. Rainier Elementary School and Meriwether Elementary School also perform above average, while Evergreen Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School rank in the bottom 30th percentile.
Notably, all five schools outperform their district's low averages, and the higher-performing schools tend to be smaller. There is a significant variation in performance despite serving similar communities, with Beachwood's results demonstrating that high achievement is possible within the district. Parents should note that per-student spending does not directly correlate with higher test scores, as Evergreen has the highest spending but much lower academic results.
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