Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Summit School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summit School's student population of 343 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit School is 0.27, 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
#540 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)58%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit School's ranking?
Summit School is ranked #540 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Summit School often compared to?
Summit Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spokane Valley Learning Academy, North Pines Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Summit School?
343 students attend Summit School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Summit School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit School?
Summit School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Summit School offer ?
Summit School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Summit School part of?
Summit School is part of Central Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit School located?
Summit School is located in the Veradale neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Veradale.
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