Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lincoln Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Heights Elementary serves the southeast part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families typically take a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Heights Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Heights 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 Lincoln Heights Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1225 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Heights Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lincoln Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Frances Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Heights Elementary School?
435 students attend Lincoln Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lincoln Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Heights Elementary School?
Lincoln Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln Heights Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Heights Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Heights Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Heights Elementary School located?
Lincoln Heights Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Lincoln Heights.
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