Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Summit School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Spokane school district, covering approximately 79.1 square miles. This area allows for a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary being 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summit School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summit School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Summit School's ranking?
Summit School is ranked #382 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Summit School often compared to?
Summit Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pines Middle School, Chester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Summit School?
383 students attend Summit School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Summit School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit School?
Summit School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summit School offer ?
Summit School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit School part of?
Summit School is part of Central Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit School located?
Summit School is located in the Veradale neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Veradale.
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