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#235 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 11% in state

Prairie View Elementary

Elementary School · Mead School District

2606 W. Johannsen Rd., Spokane, WA 99208

Enrollment

377

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#235 of 2,228

In Spokane

#7 of 85

public schools

In district

#3 of 16

Mead School District

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Prairie View Elementary

8.6/10

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

Skyline Elementary

8.8/10

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4.4/10

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About Prairie View Elementary

Prairie View Elementary is a public elementary school in Spokane, WA, part of Mead School District. Prairie View Elementary serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Prairie View Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.8% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+16.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,204
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

Prairie View Elementary — Students at Prairie View Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 75.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
77.3%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
68.3%
ELA
60.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Prairie View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
90th percentile in WA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

Location

2606 W. Johannsen Rd., Spokane, WA 99208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prairie View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Skyline Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Westview Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Balboa Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Spokane, see our Spokane schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Skyline Elementary Spokane 0.4 mi 8.8
Mead Learning Options Spokane 0.6 mi 4.4
Highland Middle School Spokane 0.8 mi 7.2
SPOKANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Spokane 1.3 mi
NORTH WALL SCHOOLS Spokane 1.2 mi
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Spokane 1.8 mi 3.9
ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL Spokane 1.7 mi 4.9
Balboa Elementary Spokane 1.9 mi 8.1
EXCELSIOR YOUTH CENTER Spokane 1.7 mi 6.6
Salk Middle School Spokane 2.0 mi 5.5
ST GEORGE'S SCHOOL Spokane 1.8 mi 7.6
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Spokane 1.6 mi 5.7
Linwood Elementary Spokane 1.9 mi 5.3
Indian Trail Elementary Spokane 2.0 mi 6.8
Evergreen Elementary School Spokane 1.7 mi 7.5
Woodridge Elementary Spokane 1.6 mi 5.2
Westview Elementary Spokane 2.3 mi 8.5
Brentwood Elementary School Spokane 1.9 mi 6.5
Ridgeview Elementary Spokane 2.5 mi 6.9
Mead Senior High School Spokane 2.3 mi 7.4

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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Arbor Heights Elementary School Seattle, WA 8.6
Arrowhead Elementary Kenmore, WA 8.6
Brier Elementary Brier, WA 8.6
Carl Sandburg Elementary Kirkland, WA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prairie View Elementary

What grades does Prairie View Elementary serve?

Prairie View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Prairie View Elementary?

Prairie View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prairie View Elementary rank in WA?

Prairie View Elementary ranks #235 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Prairie View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Prairie View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Prairie View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie View Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Prairie View Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Prairie View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Prairie View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

26.0% of students at Prairie View 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Spokane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

District

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

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