Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Skyline Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyline Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Skyline Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Skyline Elementary 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 Skyline Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#244 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Skyline Elementary School's ranking?
Skyline Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Skyline Elementary School?
412 students attend Skyline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Skyline Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyline Elementary School?
Skyline Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skyline Elementary School offer ?
Skyline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Skyline Elementary School part of?
Skyline Elementary School is part of Mead School District.
In what neighborhood is Skyline Elementary School located?
Skyline Elementary School 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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