Pasadena Park Elementary School

8508 E Upriver Drive
Spokane, WA 99212
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 353 students in grades 1-5, Pasadena Park Elementary School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 50% in WA
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pasadena Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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School Overview

Pasadena Park Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025

School Rankings

Pasadena Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pasadena Park Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#950 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
47%
41%
49%
53%
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pasadena Park Elementary School's ranking?
Pasadena Park Elementary School is ranked #950 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pasadena Park Elementary School often compared to?
Pasadena Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pasadena Park Elementary School?
353 students attend Pasadena Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pasadena Park Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pasadena Park Elementary School?
Pasadena Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pasadena Park Elementary School offer ?
Pasadena Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pasadena Park Elementary School part of?
Pasadena Park Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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