Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Summit School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Summit School's student population of 351 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit School is 0.32, 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
#379 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit School's ranking?
Summit School is ranked #379 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Summit School often compared to?
Summit Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spokane Valley Learning Academy, North Pines Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Summit School?
351 students attend Summit School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Summit School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit School?
Summit School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Summit School offer ?
Summit School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Summit School part of?
Summit School is part of Central Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit School located?
Summit School is located in the Veradale neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Veradale.
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