Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Farms Steam School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Farms Steam School's student population of 390 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Farms Steam School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Farms Steam School 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
#1509 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Farms Steam School's ranking?
East Farms Steam School is ranked #1509 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Farms Steam School often compared to?
East Farms Steam Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ness Elementary School, Otis Orchards School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Farms Steam School?
390 students attend East Farms Steam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of East Farms Steam School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Farms Steam School?
East Farms Steam School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Farms Steam School offer ?
East Farms Steam School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is East Farms Steam School part of?
East Farms Steam School is part of East Valley School District (Spokane).
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