For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,701 students in 99216, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 99216, WA are University High School, East Valley High School and Ev Parent Partnership. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 99216 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 99216, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 99216 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Valley High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99216, WA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12420 E 32nd Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-6040
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-6040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,410 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
East Valley High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15711 E Wellesley Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3200
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 912 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Ev Parent Partnership
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12325 E Grace Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5001
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5001
Gr: K-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Ev Online
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3830 N Sullivan Rd Bldg 1
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5010
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 241-5010
Gr: K-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
13208 E. Sprague Avenue
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-5515
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-5515
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 99216, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 99216, WA include University High School, East Valley High School and Ev Parent Partnership.
How many public high schools are located in 99216?
5 public high schools are located in 99216.
What is the racial composition of students in 99216?
99216 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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