Fort Stevens Elementary School
Yelm, WA 98597
Phone: (360) 458-4800
District: Yelm School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 444 students
Fort Stevens Elementary School, a public school located in Yelm, WA, serves grades PK-5 in the Yelm School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Fort Stevens Elementary School is a public school located in Yelm, WA. 444 students attend Fort Stevens Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 7/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Smarter Balanced Assessment data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, and using 2025 Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. |
| Student Growth | 6/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. |
Posted: December 5, 2024
After a child w some extra needs was already enrolled and a quarter in already. The school had no idea about a IEP program that they were supposed to be in and attending. Then proceeded to only do the bare minimum for the child. The school made the child take regular exams even being in this program and then complained to the parents that they were below what they should be. In class a child was slapped by a classmate. The school did not reach out at all to either of the parents. Not even a email. Or to to even check on the child. The teacher said that an advocate was supposed to reach out and it never happened. The parents only found out way later when attending conferences. Then tryed to blame it on being short staffed. If a child is Harmed in any way the parents should be contacted right away, no excuses! Beware of this school!
Posted: December 5, 2024
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Posted: March 22, 2023
Fort Stevens Elementary is absolutely AMAZING! From the office staff, nurse, teacher, principal and vice principal are truly wonderful! I couldnt recommend them them more! Our personal experience is from Kindergarten through 3rd grade and each year that passed, the teacher brought something different each year. From basic classroom learning and social development to mathematics and science! If youre thinking about sending your children here I highly recommend this school! Were about to leave WA and I wish we could bring the school with us, thats how impactful it has been for our family.
Posted: March 22, 2023
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Posted: February 8, 2020
Posted: February 8, 2020
The teachers are excellent and so easy to work with, we love our teachers
Posted: February 8, 2020
Posted: February 8, 2020
the principle at the school is fair, hardworking, approachable and easy to talk to, its easy to see how much she cares about the students and their success
Posted: February 8, 2020
Posted: February 8, 2020
there are few incidents but they are very proactive about dealing with any issues that do come up
Posted: February 8, 2020
this is an excellent school and should not be judged by its rating, the students here succeed and enjoy their time at school, we have nothing negative to say about this school, its excellent, our child is thriving
Posted: January 8, 2016
My daughter has attended this school since third grade. She is now in sixth grade and we have had nothing but positive experiences with Fort Stevens. We are an active duty military family and have moved A LOT. My daughter had a rocky first three years of schooling however, after starting at Fort Stevens three years ago that changed everything. The teachers are amazing and the staff is great to work with. It seems the teachers really take their time to address concerns not only from the students but also from the parents. THe school also does a lot of things after hours for the students, such as kids night out, which involves not only the children but also the parents. Great school, great education and great parent involvement.
Posted: January 7, 2016
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Posted: August 20, 2015
Posted: August 20, 2015
This school is amazing. I wouldn't move for anything the teachers and the principal Mr. Embry are truly amazing.
Posted: February 18, 2015
Love this school and the hard work the teachers put in to make sure the kids get a good education very impressed!!!
Posted: November 27, 2012
I love this school. My daughter has been attending for four years now and is constantly being challenged and engaged, as well as motivated to learn. Great principle and all the teachers are friendly and competent. Great communication between staff and parents. Happy environment with much to do. We are sad to be PCSing from this wonderful school.
Posted: August 22, 2008
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tahoma Meadows | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Yelm | WA | 1.7 mi | |
| 2 | Clocktower | Neighborhood/Subdivision | DuPont | WA | 10.8 mi | |
| 3 | Avonlea | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lacey | WA | 12.2 mi | |
| 4 | Woodsmuir | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Olympia | WA | 12.6 mi | |
| 5 | Silver Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Puyallup | WA | 16.5 mi | |
| 6 | Lost Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Graham | WA | 16.9 mi | |
| 7 | Hawaiian Village | Apartment Complex | Lakewood | WA | 16.9 mi | |
| 8 | Gem Heights | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Puyallup | WA | 17.3 mi | |
| 9 | westridge apartments | Apartment Complex | Tacoma | WA | 20.7 mi | |
| 10 | North End | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Tacoma | WA | 23 mi | |
| 11 | Stadium District | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Tacoma | WA | 23.3 mi | |
| 12 | McCormick Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Port Orchard | WA | 39 mi | |
| 13 | The Ridge at McCormick Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Port Orchard | WA | 39.5 mi | |
| 14 | The Carriages at Fairwood Downs | Apartment Complex | Renton | WA | 40.5 mi | |
| 15 | Manette | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Bremerton | WA | 43.4 mi | |
| 16 | Kitsap Lake | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Bremerton | WA | 43.9 mi | |
| 17 | Fairway Lane | Apartment Complex | Bremerton | WA | 45.5 mi | |
| 18 | Blueberry Meadows | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Bremerton | WA | 46.7 mi | |
| 19 | Whisper Ridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Bremerton | WA | 47.8 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stonegate | Olympia | WA | 12.1 mi | |
| 2 | Black Diamond | Black Diamond | WA | 37.4 mi | |
| 3 | Maple Valley | Maple Valley | WA | 38.8 mi | |
| 4 | Port Orchard | Port Orchard | WA | 41.4 mi | |
| 5 | Downtown Seattle | Seattle | WA | 47.3 mi | |
| 6 | Bainbridge Island | Bainbridge Island | WA | 47.4 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Fort Lewis | 9.9 mi. |
| McChord AFB | 13.3 mi. |
| Naval Base Kitsap - Bremerton | 43 mi. |
| Coast Guard Seattle | 46.3 mi. |
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