Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lidgerwood 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 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lidgerwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lidgerwood Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lidgerwood 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 Lidgerwood Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1980 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
55%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lidgerwood Elementary School's ranking?
Lidgerwood Elementary School is ranked #1980 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lidgerwood Elementary School?
309 students attend Lidgerwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lidgerwood Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lidgerwood Elementary School?
Lidgerwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lidgerwood Elementary School offer ?
Lidgerwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lidgerwood Elementary School part of?
Lidgerwood Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Lidgerwood Elementary School located?
Lidgerwood Elementary School is located in the Nevada And Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Nevada And Lidgerwood.
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