Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hamblen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamblen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Hamblen Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamblen Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamblen Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
78%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamblen Elementary School's ranking?
Hamblen Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hamblen Elementary School often compared to?
Hamblen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Hamblen Elementary School?
484 students attend Hamblen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hamblen Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamblen Elementary School?
Hamblen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hamblen Elementary School offer ?
Hamblen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamblen Elementary School part of?
Hamblen Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamblen Elementary School located?
Hamblen Elementary School is located in the Moran Prairie neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Moran Prairie.
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