Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Broadway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Broadway Elementary serves the northwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadway Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Broadway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broadway Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1406 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadway Elementary School's ranking?
Broadway Elementary School is ranked #1406 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Broadway Elementary School often compared to?
Broadway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Balboa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Broadway Elementary School?
282 students attend Broadway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Broadway Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadway Elementary School?
Broadway Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Broadway Elementary School offer ?
Broadway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broadway Elementary School part of?
Broadway Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District.
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