Serving 262 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seth Woodard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seth Woodard Elementary serves the southwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seth Woodard Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Seth Woodard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seth Woodard Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1426 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
68%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seth Woodard Elementary School's ranking?
Seth Woodard Elementary School is ranked #1426 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Seth Woodard Elementary School often compared to?
Seth Woodard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pasadena Park Elementary School, Open Doors Re-engagement by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Seth Woodard Elementary School?
262 students attend Seth Woodard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Seth Woodard Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seth Woodard Elementary School?
Seth Woodard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Seth Woodard Elementary School offer ?
Seth Woodard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seth Woodard Elementary School part of?
Seth Woodard Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
School Reviews
Review Seth Woodard Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Public Schools Charge for Required Graduation Courses?
Can a public school charge for a course your child needs to graduate? Learn how state rules, course alternatives, summer programs, and fee waivers affect the answer, plus what parents should request before paying, accepting a substitute, or challenging a charge that threatens graduation plans.
Save Your Child's Work Before a School Account Closes
School accounts may close after graduation or a transfer, leaving important projects inaccessible. Learn what families should save, which deadlines to confirm, how to check exported files, and why shared links alone may not preserve your child's work for future applications, learning, or personal memories.
School Commute Time: When Distance Affects School Fit
Is your child's school commute becoming too demanding? Learn how to weigh educational benefits against daily strain, recognize warning signs, explore practical adjustments, and decide when a closer school fits.
