Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 2052 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
358 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Elementary School located?
Wilson Elementary School is located in the Manito neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Manito.
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