Best Schools in Airway Heights, Washington
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sunset Elementary
Elementary · Cheney School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.2
out of 10
Median Home
$281,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.2
out of 10
Median Home
$281,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Airway Heights schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Airway Heights
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunset Elementary | 3.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.2/10
- Median household income
- $60,182
- Median home value
- $281,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 38%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Airway Heights compares
Median household income
$60k
67% of Washington median
About Schools in Airway Heights, Washington
Airway Heights, Washington is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.2 out of 10, schools in Airway Heights face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Airway Heights is Sunset Elementary with a composite score of 3.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Airway Heights is served by 1 school district: Cheney School District. These districts collectively serve 5,658 students.
Airway Heights's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,182. The poverty rate in the area is 26.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 657 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.2 |
Schools in Airway Heights
Airway Heights, Washington · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,182
Median Home Value
$281,100
Median Rent
$1,271/mo
Population
8,931
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
38%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Community Profile
Airway Heights has a median household income of $60,182. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $281,100, with a median rent of $1,271/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Airway Heights, Washington
How many schools are in Airway Heights, Washington?
Airway Heights has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Airway Heights, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Airway Heights is 3.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Airway Heights, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Airway Heights on MySchoolScout is Sunset Elementary with a composite score of 3.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Airway Heights, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Airway Heights on MySchoolScout is Sunset Elementary with a composite score of 3.2/10.
How many school districts serve Airway Heights, Washington?
Airway Heights is served by 1 school district: Cheney School District.
What is the education level in Airway Heights, Washington?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Airway Heights have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Airway Heights, Washington?
The median household income in Airway Heights is approximately $60,182 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Airway Heights, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Airway Heights is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Airway Heights, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.