Serving 380 students in grades 1-8, Spokane Public Montessori 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 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spokane Public Montessori's student population of 380 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spokane Public Montessori ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spokane Public Montessori is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
79%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spokane Public Montessori's ranking?
Spokane Public Montessori is ranked #782 out of 2,052 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Spokane Public Montessori?
380 students attend Spokane Public Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Spokane Public Montessori students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spokane Public Montessori?
Spokane Public Montessori has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Spokane Public Montessori offer ?
Spokane Public Montessori offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spokane Public Montessori part of?
Spokane Public Montessori is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Spokane Public Montessori located?
Spokane Public Montessori is located in the Emerson Garfield neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Emerson Garfield.
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