Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Longfellow Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Longfellow 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 Longfellow Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1500 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #1500 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Longfellow Elementary School often compared to?
Longfellow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
419 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Elementary School located?
Longfellow 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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