For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,197 students in 99223, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 669 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 99223, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99223, WA are Moran Prairie Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Mullan Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99223 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99223, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99223, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moran Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4224 E 57th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-3700
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2627 E 17th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-2620
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-2620
Gr: PK-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Mullan Road Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2616 E 63rd Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-3800
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Ferris High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3020 E 37th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-6000
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,644 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Chase Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4747 E 37th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-5000
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2909-e 37 Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-2000
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-2000
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3322 E 22nd Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-3300
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 354-3300
Gr: PK-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
2620 East 63rd Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 824-8400
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 824-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
99223, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Morning Star Boys Ranch (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3621 S Fancher Rd
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 353-5357
Spokane, WA 99223
(509) 353-5357
Gr: 6-11 | 7 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99223, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99223, WA include Moran Prairie Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Mullan Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99223?
8 public schools are located in 99223.
What percentage of students in 99223 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 99223 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99223?
99223 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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