District
About Us
The Eatonville School District is committed to providing programs for all of our students in the belief that all students can learn and thrive in our environment. Our district provides a strong basic education program from preschool through grade 12 with an enrollment of 1,953.
The district consists of five schools:
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Columbia Crest A-STEM Academy (PK-8)
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Eatonville Elementary School (PK-5)
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Eatonville High School (grades 9-12)
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Eatonville Middle School (grades 6-8)
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Weyerhaeuser Elementary School (PK-5)
There are many extra curricular/co-curricular and Career and Technical Education activities for students throughout the district. Each Elementary School is unique in its offerings. Activities include band, athletics, clubs, chess, a hands-on farm experience and after school enrichment. Whether participating or observing, students are provided with opportunities to learn sportsmanship, teamwork and peer/school support. The foothills of Mt. Rainier provides a beautiful setting and enriches the area with activities and opportunities.
The Surrounding Community
Incorporated in 1909, the town of Eatonville is located in an area of Pierce County that encompasses multiple rural communities with approximately 12,500 residents. Eatonville is located roughly 59 miles south of Seattle and 31 miles southeast of Tacoma. Nestled among the foothills of beautiful Mt. Rainier, Eatonville enjoys small town charm and distinctive natural beauty.
If you come to visit Eatonville, you will hear the expressions “Eatonville Strong” & “The Eatonville Way”. What does that mean? The Eatonville community is strong, involved and supportive of every student’s success.
Eatonville is majestically placed at the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Through community foresight and effort, the town has kept its small town personal flavor and enhanced its community commitment to educational excellence and positive civic involvement.
You can access Paradise, near Mt. Rainier, directly up the highway. We are within an hour of many diverse activities including skiing, hiking, beaches, large city culture, and professional sports. Nearby White Pass is a first-class ski area with beautiful scenery to enjoy in both winter and summer.