For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,235 students in 99212, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 179 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 99212, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99212, WA are Orchard Center Elementary School, West Valley High School and Pasadena Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99212 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99212, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99212, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orchard Center Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7519 E Buckeye
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5473
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5473
Gr: 1-5 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
West Valley High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8301 E Buckeye
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5488
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5488
Gr: 9-12 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Pasadena Park Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8508 E Upriver Drive
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5480
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5480
Gr: 1-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Spokane Valley High School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2011 N Hutchinson
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5475
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5475
Gr: 9-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Seth Woodard Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7401 E Mission
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 921-2160
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 921-2160
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
West Valley City School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8920 E Valleyway
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 921-2836
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 921-2836
Gr: 5-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
915 N Ella Rd
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5482
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5482
Gr: 6-8 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #88.
West Valley Virtual Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7401 E. Mission Ave
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 340-7189
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 340-7189
Gr: K-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
5600 E 8th Ave
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 533-6910
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 533-6910
Gr: 8-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
8818 E Grace
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5478
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5478
Gr: K | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Open Doors Re-engagement
Alternative School
2805 N Argonne
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 924-2150
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 924-2150
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
6903 E 4th Ave
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 354-7500
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 354-7500
Gr: K-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
2523 N Park Rd
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5478
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 922-5478
Gr: PK | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99212, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99212, WA include Orchard Center Elementary School, West Valley High School and Pasadena Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99212?
13 public schools are located in 99212.
What percentage of students in 99212 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 99212 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99212?
99212 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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