Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lidgerwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lidgerwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lidgerwood Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lidgerwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lidgerwood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1894 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
6%
5%
White
49%
50%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
20%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lidgerwood Elementary School's ranking?
Lidgerwood Elementary School is ranked #1894 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Lidgerwood Elementary School?
389 students attend Lidgerwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lidgerwood Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lidgerwood Elementary School?
Lidgerwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lidgerwood Elementary School offer ?
Lidgerwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lidgerwood Elementary School part of?
Lidgerwood Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Lidgerwood Elementary School located?
Lidgerwood Elementary School is located in the Nevada And Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Nevada And Lidgerwood.
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