Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Francis 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 13% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (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
Francis 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
Francis Scott Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis Scott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Scott Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2005 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Francis Scott Elementary School is ranked #2005 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Francis Scott Elementary School often compared to?
Francis 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Francis Scott Elementary School?
423 students attend Francis Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Francis Scott Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis Scott Elementary School?
Francis Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Francis Scott Elementary School offer ?
Francis Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Scott Elementary School part of?
Francis Scott Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Francis Scott Elementary School located?
Francis 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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