Serving 101 students in grades 9-12, Pratt Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pratt Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pratt Academy's student population of 101 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pratt Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pratt Academy is 0.46, 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
#850 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
72%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pratt Academy's ranking?
Pratt Academy is ranked #850 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pratt Academy?
The graduation rate of Pratt Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pratt Academy?
101 students attend Pratt Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pratt Academy students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pratt Academy?
Pratt Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pratt Academy offer ?
Pratt Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pratt Academy part of?
Pratt Academy is part of Spokane School District.
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