Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phil Snowdon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Phil Snowdon Elementary serves the northern part of Cheney, WA, covering an area of approximately 21 square miles. Families in this attendance zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phil Snowdon Elementary School's student population of 525 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride, Excellence, and Respect in Everything We Do!
School Rankings
Phil Snowdon 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 Phil Snowdon Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#830 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phil Snowdon Elementary School's ranking?
Phil Snowdon Elementary School is ranked #830 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Phil Snowdon Elementary School often compared to?
Phil Snowdon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Phil Snowdon Elementary School?
525 students attend Phil Snowdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Phil Snowdon Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phil Snowdon Elementary School?
Phil Snowdon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phil Snowdon Elementary School offer ?
Phil Snowdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phil Snowdon Elementary School part of?
Phil Snowdon Elementary School is part of Cheney School District.
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