Holmes Elementary

366 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Holmes Elementary, located in the West Central neighborhood of Spokane, Washington, serves as a foundational educational hub for its local community. As part of Spokane Public Schools, the institution is committed to providing a structured learning environment that focuses on core academic development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of essential life skills for students in their formative years. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages student curiosity and active participation in the classroom.

Beyond the standard academic offerings, Holmes Elementary emphasizes the importance of community engagement and inclusivity. The school works closely with families and local partners to provide resources and programs that enhance the student experience, aiming to create a safe and welcoming space for children from diverse backgrounds. By balancing rigorous educational goals with programs that support student well-being, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

366

Total Students

31.1

Full-Time Teachers

11.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

86.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Holmes Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	221
Hispanic	56
Black	18
Asian	5
Two or More	47
American Indian	7
Pacific Islander	12

White
221 (60.4 %)
Hispanic
56 (15.3 %)
Two or More
47 (12.8 %)
Black
18 (4.9 %)
Pacific Islander
12 (3.3 %)
American Indian
7 (1.9 %)
Asian
5 (1.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Spokane School District
Phone:	(509)354-2990
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	366
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	279
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	39

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 44

Kindergarten 49

Grade 1 64

Grade 2 47

Grade 3 61

Grade 4 48

Grade 5 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Holmes Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	44
Kindergarten	49
Grade 1	64
Grade 2	47
Grade 3	61
Grade 4	48
Grade 5	53

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Holmes Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	175	47.8%
Male	191	52.2%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)