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Very Good

#794 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 36% in state

Greenacres Elementary

Elementary School · Central Valley School District

17915 E 4th Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99016

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#794 of 2,228

In Spokane Valley

#9 of 32

public schools

In district

#10 of 30

Central Valley School District

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Greenacres Elementary

7.0/10

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

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6.5/10

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4.9/10

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About Greenacres Elementary

Greenacres Elementary is a public elementary school in Spokane Valley, WA, part of Central Valley School District. Greenacres Elementary serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenacres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #794 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Greenacres Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Greenacres 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,783
Chronic Absenteeism32.7%

Greenacres Elementary — Students at Greenacres Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (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
63%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
51.8%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
56.4%
ELA
56.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How Greenacres Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in WA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

17915 E 4th Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenacres Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunrise Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Continuous Curriculum School (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Spokane), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Adams Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spokane Valley, see our Spokane Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Greenacres Middle School Spokane Valley 0.4 mi 6.5
Riverbend Elementary School Spokane Valley 1.2 mi 4.9
Spokane Valley Learning Academy Spokane Valley 1.3 mi 5.5
Central Valley Virtual Learning Spokane Valley 1.3 mi 5.1
Central Valley High School Spokane Valley 1.4 mi 6.0
Ridgeline High School Liberty Lake 1.5 mi 3.8
PIONEER SCHOOL Spokane Valley 1.6 mi 5.9
SPOKANE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Spokane Valley 1.7 mi 6.4
Selkirk Middle School Liberty Lake 1.8 mi 6.1
Mica Peak High School Spokane Valley 1.8 mi 5.1
School to Life Spokane Valley 1.8 mi
Central Valley Early Learning Center Spokane Valley 1.8 mi 5.3
Progress Elementary School Spokane Valley 1.9 mi 4.6
Adams Elementary Spokane Valley 2.0 mi 7.0
VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spokane Valley 2.1 mi
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane Valley 2.1 mi 6.6
Continuous Curriculum School Spokane 3.2 mi 7.6
Sunrise Elementary Spokane Valley 2.4 mi 8.9
EV Parent Partnership Spokane Valley 3.0 mi 5.5
Evergreen Middle School Spokane Valley 2.4 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,253

Median Home Value

$450,000

Median Rent

$1,715/mo

Population

20,260

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

39.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Adams Elementary Spokane Valley, WA 7.0
Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary Pasco, WA 7.0
Boze Elementary School Tacoma, WA 7.0
Butler Acres Elementary Kelso, WA 7.0
Challenger Elementary Everett, WA 7.0
Evergreen Heights Elementary Auburn, WA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenacres Elementary

What grades does Greenacres Elementary serve?

Greenacres Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Greenacres Elementary?

Greenacres Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenacres Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenacres Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenacres Elementary rank in WA?

Greenacres Elementary ranks #794 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Greenacres Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenacres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Greenacres Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenacres Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Greenacres Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Greenacres Elementary a Title I school?

No, Greenacres Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

56.8% of students at Greenacres 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Spokane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

District

Central Valley School District
District Enrollment
14,721
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,783
District Rank
#10 of 30

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