Mead High School is a four-year public secondary school in Fairwood, Washington, United States, on the north side of the Spokane urban area. MHS is one of two traditional high schools in the Mead School District #354 and has an enrollment of around 1,600.
Serving 1,827 students in grades 9-12, Mead Senior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mead Senior High School serves the west part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 49.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the nearest zone edge and the furthest edge located 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mead Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mead Senior High School's student population of 1,827 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,827 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Each Student Future Ready
School Rankings
Mead Senior High 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 Mead Senior High School is 0.37, 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
#402 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
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 ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mead Senior High School's ranking?
Mead Senior High School is ranked #402 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mead Senior High School often compared to?
Mead Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Spokane High School, Central Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mead Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mead Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Mead Senior High School?
1,827 students attend Mead Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mead Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mead Senior High School?
Mead Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mead Senior High School offer ?
Mead Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mead Senior High School part of?
Mead Senior High School is part of Mead School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent academic programs (got silver placement in state [maybe country, i don't know] for students passing AP (college) exams)
Has a wide range of music, art, sport and extracurricular activities, one of which that was not mentioned is fencing.
5 10/10/2025
The Spokane area's flagship suburban high school, Mead offers a wide range of programs and has terrific parent and community support. Our son has thrived here, getting into the honors program and sports in a big way, and making high-quality friends. We've found faculty smart and dedicated, and the Mead school district to be very well run.
Ethnic and economic diversity is a little lacking, but not altogether (the largest minority group is Slavic). The area community is quite religious, which is a change from larger cities where we've lived, but most here value tolerance and the schools. A great school and great area.
4 10/10/2025
Mead is an amazing school. The bar is raised higher for the academic performance and extracurricular performance of students.
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