Below Average
#1948 of 2,228 schools in WA
Mead Learning Options
School · Mead School District
8621 N FIVE MILE ROAD, Spokane, WA 99208
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,948 of 2,228
In Spokane
#74 of 85
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
Mead School District
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Mead Learning Options
School in Spokane · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mead Learning Options
Mead Learning Options is a public school in Spokane, WA, part of Mead School District. Mead Learning Options serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 29.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mead Learning Options has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,948 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mead Learning Options show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.4
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mead Learning Options runs 29.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mead Learning Options — Students at Mead Learning Options score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 44 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: 8.1/10.
How Mead Learning Options Compares
See how Mead Learning Options 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
8621 N FIVE MILE ROAD, Spokane, WA 99208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mead Learning Options may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST GEORGE'S SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EXCELSIOR YOUTH CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spokane, see our Spokane schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie View Elementary Spokane | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Skyline Elementary Spokane | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Highland Middle School Spokane | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL Spokane | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| EXCELSIOR YOUTH CENTER Spokane | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Balboa Elementary Spokane | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Salk Middle School Spokane | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Indian Trail Elementary Spokane | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Westview Elementary Spokane | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Spokane | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Woodridge Elementary Spokane | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SPOKANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Spokane | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST GEORGE'S SCHOOL Spokane | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTH WALL SCHOOLS Spokane | 1.6 mi | — |
| Linwood Elementary Spokane | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Ridgeview Elementary Spokane | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Browne Elementary Spokane | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Spokane | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Spokane | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
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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| Sky Valley Education Center Monroe, WA | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mead Learning Options
What grades does Mead Learning Options serve?
Mead Learning Options serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mead Learning Options?
Mead Learning Options has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mead Learning Options?
The student-teacher ratio at Mead Learning Options is 29.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mead Learning Options rank in WA?
Mead Learning Options ranks #1,948 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mead Learning Options's MySchoolScout rating?
Mead Learning Options has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Mead Learning Options?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mead Learning Options has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mead Learning Options a charter school?
No, Mead Learning Options is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mead Learning Options a Title I school?
No, Mead Learning Options is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mead Learning Options?
34.7% of students at Mead Learning Options 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 674
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Spokane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.6%
- Phone
- (509) 465-7700
Resources & Links
District
Mead School District- District Enrollment
- 10,410
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,204
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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