Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hamblen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamblen Elementary serves the southern part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamblen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamblen Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamblen 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 Hamblen 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
#388 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)16.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Hamblen Elementary School's ranking?
Hamblen Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hamblen Elementary School often compared to?
Hamblen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutton Elementary School, Moran Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hamblen Elementary School?
508 students attend Hamblen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hamblen Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamblen Elementary School?
Hamblen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamblen Elementary School offer ?
Hamblen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamblen Elementary School part of?
Hamblen Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamblen Elementary School located?
Hamblen Elementary School is located in the Moran Prairie neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Moran Prairie.
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