Serving 287 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 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (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
School Overview
Libby Center's student population of 287 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Libby Center ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Libby Center 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Libby Center's ranking?
Libby Center is ranked #22 out of 2,113 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Libby Center?
287 students attend Libby Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Libby Center students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Libby Center?
Libby Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 6 other public schools located in East Central.
School Reviews
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