Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Balboa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Balboa Elementary serves the northwest part of Spokane, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Balboa Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Balboa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balboa Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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 #390 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Balboa Elementary School?
248 students attend Balboa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Balboa Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 17:1.
What grades does Balboa Elementary School offer ?
Balboa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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