Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Spokane Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Spokane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Spokane Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Lake Spokane Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Spokane Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#760 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Spokane Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Spokane Elementary School is ranked #760 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lake Spokane Elementary School?
455 students attend Lake Spokane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lake Spokane Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Spokane Elementary School?
Lake Spokane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Spokane Elementary School offer ?
Lake Spokane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Spokane Elementary School part of?
Lake Spokane Elementary School is part of Nine Mile Falls School District.
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