Serving 165 students in grades 9-12, The Community School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Community School's student population of 165 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
The Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Community School is 0.33, 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
#961 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
8%
25%
![This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in The Community School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in The Community School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/hispanic_students_ethnicity/147000/147184/the-community-school-chart-Xnd5OH.png)
Black
1%
5%
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White
81%
50%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of The Community School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of The Community School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/147000/147184/the-community-school-chart-ZdMl5C.png)
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Community School's ranking?
The Community School is ranked #961 out of 2,113 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Community School?
The graduation rate of The Community School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend The Community School?
165 students attend The Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of The Community School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Community School?
The Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does The Community School offer ?
The Community School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Community School part of?
The Community School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is The Community School located?
The Community School is located in the West Central neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Central.
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