Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Libby Center ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Libby Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Libby Center's student population of 305 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Libby Center ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Libby Center is 0.46, 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
#33 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Libby Center's ranking?
Libby Center is ranked #33 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Libby Center?
305 students attend Libby Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Libby Center students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Libby Center?
Libby Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Libby Center offer ?
Libby Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Libby Center part of?
Libby Center is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Libby Center located?
Libby Center is located in the East Central neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in East Central.
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