Serving 790 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mead Learning Options ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mead Learning Options's student population of 790 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
790 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We operate under the authority of the State of Washington and the laws pursuant to an alternative learning experience (ALE, WAC 392-121-182). Each of our Mead Learning Options programs take our responsibility for helping students reach their learning goal
School Rankings
Mead Learning Options ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mead Learning Options is 0.24, 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
#819 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mead School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mead Learning Options's ranking?
Mead Learning Options is ranked #819 out of 2,088 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mead Learning Options?
The graduation rate of Mead Learning Options is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mead Learning Options?
790 students attend Mead Learning Options.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mead Learning Options students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mead Learning Options?
Mead Learning Options has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mead Learning Options offer ?
Mead Learning Options offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mead Learning Options part of?
Mead Learning Options is part of Mead School District.
In what neighborhood is Mead Learning Options located?
Mead Learning Options is located in the Five Mile Prairie neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Mile Prairie.
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