Serving 246 students in grades 1-5, Ness Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ness Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ness Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Ness Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ness Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#607 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Ness Elementary School's ranking?
Ness Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ness Elementary School often compared to?
Ness Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Farms Steam School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ness Elementary School?
246 students attend Ness Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ness Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ness Elementary School?
Ness Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ness Elementary School offer ?
Ness Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ness Elementary School part of?
Ness Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
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