Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chester 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 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester Elementary School serves the southwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chester Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
nurturing the hearts and developing the minds of our students
School Rankings
Chester 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 Chester Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#374 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
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)24.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Elementary School's ranking?
Chester Elementary School is ranked #374 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chester Elementary School often compared to?
Chester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chester Elementary School?
410 students attend Chester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chester Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester Elementary School?
Chester Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chester Elementary School offer ?
Chester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester Elementary School part of?
Chester Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District.
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