Very Good
#486 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 22% in state
Betz Elementary
Elementary School · Cheney School District
317 N 7TH, Cheney, WA 99004
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#486 of 2,228
In Cheney
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Cheney School District
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Betz Elementary
Betz Elementary is a public elementary school in Cheney, WA, part of Cheney School District. Betz Elementary serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Betz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Betz Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Betz Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Betz Elementary — Students at Betz Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Betz Elementary Compares
See how Betz Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
317 N 7TH, Cheney, WA 99004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Betz Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Spokane), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Windsor Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Spokane), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Michael Anderson Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Fairchild Afb), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cheney, see our Cheney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cheney High School Cheney | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Cheney Open Doors Cheney | 0.2 mi | — |
| HomeWorks Cheney | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Cheney Middle School Cheney | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Salnave Elementary Cheney | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Three Springs High School Cheney | 3.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Phil Snowdon Elementary Cheney | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Medical Lake Middle School Medical Lake | 6.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Hallett Elementary School Medical Lake | 6.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Medical Lake High School Medical Lake | 7.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Windsor Elementary Spokane | 8.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Westwood Middle School Spokane | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Martin Hall Detention Ctr Medical Lake | 7.6 mi | — |
| Sunset Elementary Airway Heights | 10.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Michael Anderson Elementary School Fairchild Afb | 10.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Great Northern Elementary Spokane | 13.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Wilson Elementary Spokane | 11.8 mi | 8.6 |
| SPOKANE FALLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spokane | 13.3 mi | — |
| SPOKANE WINDSONG SCHOOL Spokane | 13.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CATALDO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane | 12.4 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,014
Median Home Value
$368,500
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
22,448
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
29.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park, WA | 7.8 |
| Elk Ridge Elementary Buckley, WA | 7.8 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island, WA | 7.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick, WA | 7.8 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent, WA | 7.8 |
| Mission View Elementary School Wenatchee, WA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Betz Elementary
What grades does Betz Elementary serve?
Betz Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Betz Elementary?
Betz Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Betz Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Betz Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Betz Elementary rank in WA?
Betz Elementary ranks #486 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Betz Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Betz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Betz Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Betz Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Betz Elementary a charter school?
No, Betz Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Betz Elementary a Title I school?
No, Betz Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Betz Elementary?
65.0% of students at Betz Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 531
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Spokane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (509) 559-4800
Resources & Links
District
Cheney School District- District Enrollment
- 5,658
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,596
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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