Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Farms Steam 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% (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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Farms Steam School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Farms Steam 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 East Farms Steam School is 0.47, 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
#1465 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Farms Steam School's ranking?
East Farms Steam School is ranked #1465 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Farms Steam School often compared to?
East Farms Steam Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ness Elementary School, Otis Orchards School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 East Farms Steam School?
387 students attend East Farms Steam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of East Farms Steam School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Farms Steam School?
East Farms Steam School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Farms Steam School offer ?
East Farms Steam School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Farms Steam School part of?
East Farms Steam School is part of East Valley School District (Spokane).
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