Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holmes 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Holmes Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Holmes 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 Holmes Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1653 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Spokane School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Elementary School is ranked #1653 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Holmes Elementary School often compared to?
Holmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
378 students attend Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Holmes Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holmes Elementary School part of?
Holmes Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Holmes Elementary School located?
Holmes Elementary 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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