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#327 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 15% in state

Farwell Elementary School

Elementary School · Mead School District

13005 N CRESTLINE, Spokane, WA 99208

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#327 of 2,228

In Spokane

#13 of 85

public schools

In district

#6 of 16

Mead School District

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Farwell Elementary School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Spokane · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Farwell Elementary School

Farwell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Spokane, WA, part of Mead School District. Farwell Elementary School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Farwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #327 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Farwell Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.8% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,204
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Farwell Elementary School — Students at Farwell Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
62.2%
ELA
66%
2024
Math
56.7%
ELA
58.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Farwell Elementary School Compares

See how Farwell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
85th percentile in WA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

Location

13005 N CRESTLINE, Spokane, WA 99208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farwell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midway Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Colbert), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Creekside Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mead), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Meadow Ridge Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mead), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spokane, see our Spokane schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Northwood Middle School Spokane 0.2 mi 6.7
Mead Open Doors Mead 0.3 mi
Creekside Elementary School Mead 1.1 mi 8.5
Meadow Ridge Elementary Mead 1.9 mi 8.3
Mead Senior High School Spokane 1.6 mi 7.4
Midway Elementary Colbert 2.5 mi 8.7
Brentwood Elementary School Spokane 1.9 mi 6.5
Spokane International Academy Spokane 2.7 mi 6.1
Shiloh Hills Elementary Spokane 3.0 mi 7.1
Mountainside Middle School Colbert 2.7 mi 6.2
Colbert Elementary School Colbert 2.9 mi 7.6
Evergreen Elementary School Spokane 3.2 mi 7.5
NORTH WALL SCHOOLS Spokane 3.0 mi
SPOKANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Spokane 3.2 mi
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Spokane 3.5 mi 5.7
Mt Spokane High School Mead 2.8 mi 6.9
Arlington Elementary Spokane 4.1 mi 4.5
ST MICHAEL'S ACADEMY Spokane 3.6 mi 7.5
Garry Middle School Spokane 4.6 mi 6.0
Linwood Elementary Spokane 4.1 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,084

Median Home Value

$414,000

Median Rent

$1,226/mo

Population

58,834

College Educated

33.8%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farwell Elementary School

What grades does Farwell Elementary School serve?

Farwell Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Farwell Elementary School?

Farwell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farwell Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Farwell Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farwell Elementary School rank in WA?

Farwell Elementary School ranks #327 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Farwell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Farwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Farwell Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farwell Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Farwell Elementary School a charter school?

No, Farwell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Farwell Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Farwell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farwell Elementary School?

42.9% of students at Farwell Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Spokane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

Mead School District
District Enrollment
10,410
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,204
District Rank
#6 of 16

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