Best 99202 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,010 students in 99202, WA (there are 4 private schools, serving 692 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 99202, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99202, WA are Libby Center, Innovation High School and Spokane Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99202 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99202, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 99202, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Libby Center
Special Education School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2900 E 1st Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 354-7500
Gr: K-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Innovation High School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
811 E. Sprague, Suite A
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 389-4848
Gr: 9-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Spokane Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2904 E Sprague Av
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 354-7545
Gr: PK-12 | 247 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Frances Scott Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3737 E 5th Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 353-4538
Gr: PK-6 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 E 9th Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 354-2800
Gr: PK-6 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1717 E Sinto Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 354-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Newesd 101 Open Doors
Alternative School
901 E. 2nd Avenue Suite 100
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 340-7800
Gr: 11-12 | 127 students Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 99202, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99202, WA include Libby Center, Innovation High School and Spokane Virtual Academy.
How many public schools are located in 99202?
7 public schools are located in 99202.
What percentage of students in 99202 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 99202 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99202?
99202 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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