BEMISS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bemiss Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Spokane School District school district, located in Spokane, WA with about 530 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Bemiss Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bemiss Elementary School is a public school located in the Hillyard neighborhood of Spokane, Washington, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of Spokane Public Schools, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school serves a diverse student body, often focusing on inclusive programming and community engagement to help children navigate the challenges and opportunities within their local neighborhood.

The school is known for its efforts to maintain strong connections with families and the surrounding Hillyard community, which is historically significant to the Spokane area. Bemiss offers a traditional K-5 curriculum supplemented by initiatives designed to support student well-being and bridge educational gaps. By providing resources for specialized instruction and extracurricular activities, Bemiss Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while creating a safe, consistent, and collaborative space for early childhood education.

For more information, contact Bemiss Elementary at (509) 354-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.