Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ponderosa 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 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponderosa Elementary serves the west part of Spokane, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the school and a maximum of 3.4 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponderosa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ponderosa Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Wildcats...whatever it takes!
School Rankings
Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#766 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponderosa Elementary School's ranking?
Ponderosa Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ponderosa Elementary School?
344 students attend Ponderosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ponderosa Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School offer ?
Ponderosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponderosa Elementary School part of?
Ponderosa Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District.
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