Summary:
Zip code 99205 in Spokane, Washington, is served by 17 public schools across the Spokane School District and Educational Service District 101, including 9 elementary, 2 middle, and 6 high schools, educating over 7,400 students from preschool through 12th grade.
Parents will find a wide range of academic performance across these schools. Westview Elementary stands out as the area's top performer with test scores well above average, while Finch Elementary also consistently exceeds district and state averages. In contrast, Audubon Elementary and Glover Middle School face significant academic challenges, ranking in the bottom percentiles statewide. The large North Central High School presents a unique profile with exceptionally strong middle school grades and a high graduation rate, though its 10th-grade proficiency scores are lower.
Key insights show that higher per-student spending does not guarantee better results, as some of the lowest-ranked schools have the highest expenditures. The area's high schools, including Shadle Park High School, generally maintain graduation rates above the state average despite test scores that often fall below it. The data suggests middle school is a critical period where student performance frequently declines, highlighting an important area for potential support and intervention across the district.
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