Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Balboa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balboa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Balboa Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Balboa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balboa Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#683 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balboa Elementary School's ranking?
Balboa Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Balboa Elementary School often compared to?
Balboa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Balboa Elementary School?
306 students attend Balboa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Balboa Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Balboa Elementary School?
Balboa Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Balboa Elementary School offer ?
Balboa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Balboa Elementary School part of?
Balboa Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Balboa Elementary School located?
Balboa Elementary School is located in the Balboa neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Balboa.
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