Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Frances Scott Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frances Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Frances Scott Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Frances Scott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frances Scott Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1910 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
51%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frances Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Frances Scott Elementary School is ranked #1910 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Frances Scott Elementary School often compared to?
Frances Scott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Frances Scott Elementary School?
376 students attend Frances Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Frances Scott Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frances Scott Elementary School?
Frances Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Frances Scott Elementary School offer ?
Frances Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frances Scott Elementary School part of?
Frances Scott Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Frances Scott Elementary School located?
Frances Scott Elementary School is located in the East Central neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 6 other public schools located in East Central.
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