Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Libby Center ranks in the top 1% 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 95% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Libby Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Libby Center's student population of 527 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Libby Center ranks within the top 1% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Libby Center is 0.47, 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
#8 out of 2052 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)95%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)97%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Libby Center's ranking?
Libby Center is ranked #8 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Libby Center?
527 students attend Libby Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Libby Center students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Libby Center?
Libby Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Libby Center offer ?
Libby Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Libby Center part of?
Libby Center is part of Spokane School District.
School Reviews
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I loved the school, last year (grade 7) I was attending the school, and I had amazing friends, I moved and had to switch schools and I really miss Libby; I do wish I could return.
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