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Hamblen Elementary School

2121 E Thurston Ave
Spokane, WA 99203
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hamblen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 483 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20% in WA
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 68% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hamblen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Hamblen Elementary School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

Hamblen Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamblen Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#388 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
55%
41%
68%
53%
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamblen Elementary School's ranking?
Hamblen Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hamblen Elementary School often compared to?
Hamblen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hamblen Elementary School?
483 students attend Hamblen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hamblen Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamblen Elementary School?
Hamblen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hamblen Elementary School offer ?
Hamblen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamblen Elementary School part of?
Hamblen Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Hamblen Elementary School located?
Hamblen Elementary School is located in the Moran Prairie neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Moran Prairie.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 483 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 68% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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