For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,171 students in 99216, WA (there are , serving 346 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 99216, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99216, WA are Summit School, Continuous Curriculum School and University High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99216 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99216, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99216, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13313 E Broadway Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-3252
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-3252
Gr: K-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Continuous Curriculum School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16924 E Wellesley Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-9501
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-9501
Gr: K-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
University High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12420 E 32nd Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-6040
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-6040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,395 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
East Valley High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15711 E Wellesley Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3200
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Mcdonald Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1512 S Mcdonald Rd
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-5350
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Trentwood School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14701 E Wellesley Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3215
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3215
Gr: PK-6 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
East Valley Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4920 N Progress Rd
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-9383
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-9383
Gr: 7-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
99216, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Children First (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3808 N Sullivan Rd Bldg
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-1830
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-1830
Gr: PK
The Connection School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3415 N Pines Rd
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-9501
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-9501
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 5%
4920 N Progress Rd
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-9383
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-9383
Gr: 3-8 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%
East Valley School District Homelink (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
14701 E Wellesley Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5097
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5097
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Ev Online (Closed 2026)
Alternative School
3830 N Sullivan Rd Bldg 1
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5010
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5010
Gr: K-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Ev Parent Partnership (Closed 2026)
Alternative School
12325 E Grace Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5001
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5001
Gr: K-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Ged Program High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3415 N Pines Rd
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-9504
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-9504
Gr: 12 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 14%
612 S. Mcdonald Rd.
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 228-4250
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 228-4250
Gr: K-12 | 111 students Minority enrollment: 8%
16924 East Wellesley Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3210
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3210
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Washington Academy Of Arts And Technology (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12325 E Grace Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-1830
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 924-1830
Gr: K-12 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99216, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99216, WA include Summit School, Continuous Curriculum School and University High School.
How many public schools are located in 99216?
7 public schools are located in 99216.
What percentage of students in 99216 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 99216 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99216?
99216 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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