For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 684 students in 99216, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 99216, WA are Mcdonald Elementary School and Trentwood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 99216 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 99216, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99216, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcdonald Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1512 S Mcdonald Rd
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-5350
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 558-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Trentwood School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14701 E Wellesley Ave
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3215
Spokane, WA 99216
(509) 927-3215
Gr: PK-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 99216, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 99216, WA include Mcdonald Elementary School and Trentwood School.
How many public preschools are located in 99216?
2 public preschools are located in 99216.
What is the racial composition of students in 99216?
99216 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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