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Audubon Elementary

Summary:

Audubon Elementary is a public elementary school in Spokane, Washington, serving 396 students in grades PK-5. Despite relatively high per-student spending and a low student-teacher ratio, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom quarter of Washington elementary schools and significantly underperforms the Spokane School District and state averages on standardized tests.

Audubon Elementary faces significant challenges related to the socioeconomic status of its student population, with 88.89% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, significantly higher than nearby schools. This high percentage of students from low-income families is likely a major factor contributing to the school's academic struggles, as research has shown that students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds often face additional barriers to academic success. The school's performance is particularly low for specific student subgroups, such as White and multi-racial students, suggesting issues of educational equity and inclusion.

While Audubon Elementary has a relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio compared to nearby schools like Willard Elementary, Browne Elementary, and Ridgeview Elementary, these resources have not translated into improved academic outcomes. Addressing the systemic challenges facing Audubon Elementary will likely require a multi-faceted approach that addresses both academic and non-academic barriers to student success.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 2020 W Carlisle Ave
       Spokane, WA  99205-3794

(509) 354-2140

District: Spokane School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1048th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,600 Help


Students who attend Audubon Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Glover Middle School
High:    North Central High School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.5 Help
Number of students:  396

Racial breakdown:

White:
61.4%
Two or more races:
16.2%
Hispanic:
11.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  88.9% Help


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Compare Details Audubon Elementary ranks worse than 89.7% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks 34th among 36 ranked elementary schools in the Spokane School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 14.4. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (61.4%), two or more races (16.2%), Hispanic (11.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 88.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Audubon Elementary is 11.5, which is the 12th best among 36 elementary schools in the Spokane School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Audubon Elementary is $18,600, which is the 16th highest among 36 elementary schools in the Spokane School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Audubon Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Audubon Elementary 1048th of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Audubon Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Spokane School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Spokane School District 123rd of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Audubon Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Audubon Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 49.28 535th 1026 47.9%
2005 43.83 614th 1031 40.4%
2006 29.36 809th 1051 23.0%
2007 33.27 770th 1069 28.0%
2008 42.67 648th 1067 39.3%
2009 29.37 819th 1072 23.6%
2010 27.17 856th 1088 21.3%
2011 42.54 651st 1092 40.4%
2012 28.11 867th 1097 21.0%
2013 26.08 891st 1106 19.4%
2015 18.68 916th 1067 14.2%
2016 14.83 937th 1053 11.0%
2017 13.31 956th 1056 9.5%
2018 18.39 892nd 1054 15.4%
2019 11.30 1044th 1130 7.6%
2021 16.91 935th 1107 15.5%
2022 14.64 1036th 1169 11.4%
2023 11.51 1079th 1169 7.7%
2024 14.40 1048th 1168 10.3%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Audubon Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 11.75 119th 128 7.0%
2022 13.12 234th 252 7.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Audubon Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.56 284th 637 55.4%
2019 34.96 356th 566 37.1%
2024 26.97 270th 339 20.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Audubon Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 18.18 894th 979 8.7%
2021 33.14 596th 854 30.2%
2022 26.44 829th 1019 18.6%
2023 22.64 871st 1013 14.0%
2024 23.86 852nd 1024 16.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Audubon Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 19.20 851st 1004 15.2%
2019 9.88 1011th 1068 5.3%
2021 14.50 919th 1008 8.8%
2022 12.36 1021st 1100 7.2%
2023 8.43 1056th 1094 3.5%
2024 15.52 965th 1093 11.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Audubon Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 21.37 827th 999 17.2%
2019 15.31 951st 1075 11.5%
2021 21.36 830th 1025 19.0%
2022 19.86 925th 1113 16.9%
2023 15.61 978th 1099 11.0%
2024 16.46 970th 1099 11.7%
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Rank History for White students at Audubon Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 11.14 780th 833 6.4%
2019 7.47 992nd 1027 3.4%
2021 13.64 861st 943 8.7%
2022 9.61 997th 1031 3.3%
2023 5.55 999th 1011 1.2%
2024 7.40 987th 1009 2.2%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Open Quote My daughter really loves attending Audubon. She isn't bullied and the teachers all seem to know the kids. This is the first year she doesnt argue with us about going to school or make up being sick because of the lack of attention that they were paying to the bullying situation at her last school that i shall leave undisclosed. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Open Quote My son attended Kindergarten and First Grade here and he really enjoyed his experience. The principal and the staff really care about the students and spent time problem solving with us and making sure every one was working toward the same clear goals. The PTA works really hard to provide good experiences for the kids and their families, but could really use some extra familial support, as that is not a strong area here. I was never concerned about the safety or security of my son while he attended, the school contact was prompt when he had an accidental injury. They also called to check in very early in the day when he was accidentally marked absent and they had not been notified of an absence. Overall I would recommend this school. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Audubon Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 505 20 5 9 29 n/a n/a 0 568
1989 452 29 7 16 33 n/a n/a 0 537
1990 487 34 6 8 24 n/a n/a 0 559
1991 495 22 9 10 34 n/a n/a 0 570
1992 541 20 11 19 28 n/a n/a 0 619
1993 556 26 8 10 35 n/a n/a 0 635
1994 531 28 5 9 34 n/a n/a 0 607
1995 538 25 12 13 21 n/a n/a 0 609
1996 538 25 12 13 21 n/a n/a 0 609
1997 544 22 6 18 34 n/a n/a 0 624
1998 564 21 6 22 38 n/a n/a 0 651
1999 574 24 6 23 28 n/a n/a 0 655
2000 590 23 10 19 25 n/a n/a 0 667
2001 580 24 11 16 21 n/a n/a 0 652
2002 510 22 9 14 32 n/a n/a 0 587
2003 510 22 9 14 32 n/a n/a 0 587
2004 427 28 11 17 31 n/a n/a 0 514
2005 415 22 10 26 52 n/a n/a 4 529
2006 396 22 9 24 39 n/a n/a 25 515
2007 400 15 13 26 36 n/a n/a 38 528
2008 402 16 7 28 38 n/a n/a 37 528
2009 355 16 11 22 41 n/a n/a 40 485
2010 319 12 12 28 31 n/a n/a 44 446
2011 381 9 10 23 20 4 15 0 462
2012 311 11 10 46 13 3 66 0 460
2013 309 10 6 45 17 2 63 0 452
2014 317 11 4 47 14 2 70 0 465
2015 321 18 4 49 11 2 59 0 464
2016 291 16 4 50 7 0 58 0 426
2017 265 9 11 57 8 0 49 0 399
2018 271 8 9 52 8 3 44 0 395
2019 319 12 9 58 7 8 61 2 476
2020 306 14 7 68 6 22 76 0 499
2021 278 22 5 67 6 14 77 0 469
2022 292 22 3 70 8 18 89 0 502
2023 243 22 0 45 4 18 64 0 396

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Audubon Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 568 27.0 21.0 0
1989 537 25.0 21.4 n/a
1990 559 25.0 22.3 0
1991 570 26.0 21.9 n/a
1992 619 26.9 23.0 n/a
1993 635 27.6 23.0 n/a
1994 607 27.0 22.5 n/a
1995 609 26.5 23.0 n/a
1996 609 26.5 23.0 n/a
1997 624 29.0 21.5 n/a
1998 651 31.0 21.0 n/a
1999 655 29.5 22.2 n/a
2000 667 30.8 21.7 n/a
2001 652 30.7 21.2 n/a
2002 587 30.7 19.1 70.7
2003 587 30.7 19.1 70.7
2004 514 28.0 18.4 77
2005 529 28.3 18.7 77.3
2006 515 27.5 18.7 89.6
2007 528 30.9 17.1 80.8
2008 528 29.5 17.9 78
2009 485 29.5 16.4 84
2010 446 29.0 15.3 90.8
2011 462 29.2 15.8 73.4
2012 460 27.0 17.0 82.2
2013 452 28.1 16.0 81.6
2014 465 n/a n/a 80.9
2015 464 31.0 14.9 81
2016 426 33.0 12.9 84.7
2017 399 30.8 12.9 82.2
2018 395 33.3 11.8 84.3
2019 476 33.8 14.0 82.8
2020 499 34.5 14.4 85.2
2021 469 34.6 13.5 84.6
2022 502 41.2 12.1 87.6
2023 396 34.3 11.5 88.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Audubon Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 568 27.0 21.0 0
1989 537 25.0 21.4 n/a
1990 559 25.0 22.3 0
1991 570 26.0 21.9 n/a
1992 619 26.9 23.0 n/a
1993 635 27.6 23.0 n/a
1994 607 27.0 22.5 n/a
1995 609 26.5 23.0 n/a
1996 609 26.5 23.0 n/a
1997 624 29.0 21.5 n/a
1998 651 31.0 21.0 n/a
1999 655 29.5 22.2 n/a
2000 667 30.8 21.7 n/a
2001 652 30.7 21.2 n/a
2002 587 30.7 19.1 70.7
2003 587 30.7 19.1 70.7
2004 514 28.0 18.4 77
2005 529 28.3 18.7 77.3
2006 515 27.5 18.7 89.6
2007 528 30.9 17.1 80.8
2008 528 29.5 17.9 78
2009 485 29.5 16.4 84
2010 446 29.0 15.3 90.8
2011 462 29.2 15.8 73.4
2012 460 27.0 17.0 82.2
2013 452 28.1 16.0 81.6
2014 465 n/a n/a 80.9
2015 464 31.0 14.9 81
2016 426 33.0 12.9 84.7
2017 399 30.8 12.9 82.2
2018 395 33.3 11.8 84.3
2019 476 33.8 14.0 82.8
2020 499 34.5 14.4 85.2
2021 469 34.6 13.5 84.6
2022 502 41.2 12.1 87.6
2023 396 34.3 11.5 88.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Audubon Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussisMeaslesMumpsRubellaTetanus
201683.0%0.0%5.7%3.8%90.6%88.7%92.5%86.8%88.7%88.7%
201786.7%0.0%8.3%3.3%0.0%95.0%93.3%93.3%90.0%95.0%93.3%
201896.8%0.0%1.6%0.0%1.6%96.8%96.8%96.8%96.8%96.8%96.8%
201992.2%0.0%2.2%0.0%2.2%93.3%93.3%93.3%93.3%93.3%93.3%
202095.6%3.3%0.0%1.1%0.0%97.8%97.8%97.8%97.8%97.8%97.8%97.8%97.8%97.8%
202190.5%8.1%0.0%0.0%0.0%90.5%90.5%90.5%90.5%90.5%90.5%90.5%90.5%90.5%
202285.0%2.5%0.0%5.0%3.8%91.3%90.0%93.8%87.5%90.0%90.0%90.0%90.0%90.0%
202388.1%0.0%0.0%4.5%0.0%91.0%89.6%91.0%92.5%89.6%92.5%92.5%92.5%89.6%
202495.2%4.8%0.0%0.0%0.0%96.8%96.8%95.2%95.2%96.8%95.2%95.2%95.2%96.8%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

6th Grade Immunization Rates

Audubon Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201892.7%0.0%1.8%1.8%3.6%96.4%96.4%98.2%96.4%98.2%96.4%
201990.6%0.0%1.9%0.0%5.7%96.2%94.3%100.0%96.2%98.1%94.3%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

Audubon Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201992.6%0.2%3.0%3.0%95.8%95.6%95.8%94.7%96.0%95.6%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Audubon Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,333 (8.5%) $14,392 (91.5%) $15,724
2020 $1,547 (12.6%) $10,702 (87.4%) $12,249
2021 $1,091 (6.4%) $16,078 (93.6%) $17,169
2022 $2,979 (16.0%) $15,622 (84.0%) $18,600

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Audubon Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 1044th of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 1079th of 1169 Elementary schools
 0.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Audubon Elementary)2523.8
 1.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Spokane School District)51.544.2
 7.3%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Audubon Elementary)22.229.7
 7.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Spokane School District)54.747.7
 7%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Audubon Elementary)3521.7
 13.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Spokane School District)52.549.1
 3.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Audubon Elementary)21.316.7
 4.6%
   4th Grade Math (Spokane School District)50.846.4
 4.5%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.949.4
 5.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Audubon Elementary)37.130
 7.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Spokane School District)56.950.4
 6.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Audubon Elementary)2120
 1%
   5th Grade Math (Spokane School District)45.737.5
 8.2%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Audubon Elementary)2934
 5%
   5th Grade Science (Spokane School District)51.350.1
 1.2%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Audubon Elementary)3832.2
 5.8%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Spokane School District)59.147.3
 11.8%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.846
 11.8%
6th Grade Math (Audubon Elementary)4222
 20%
   6th Grade Math (Spokane School District)47.834.4
 13.4%
   6th Grade Math (Washington)47.735.9
 11.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Audubon Elementary)33.524.9
 8.6%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Spokane School District)57.449.6
 7.8%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Audubon Elementary)25.922.4
 3.4%
   All Grades Math (Spokane School District)46.637.6
 9%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Audubon Elementary)2934
 5%
   All Grades Science (Spokane School District)51.944.7
 7.1%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students476396
 16.8%
African American1222
 83.3%
American Indian74
 42.9%
Asian90
 100%
Hispanic5845
 22.4%
Pacific Islander818
 125%
White319243
 23.8%
Two or More Races6164
 4.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients82.8%88.9%
 6.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Audubon Elementary

Students at Audubon Elementary are 61% White, 16% Two or more races, 11% Hispanic, 6% African American, 5% Pacific Islander, 1% American Indian.

In the 2022-23 school year, 396 students attended Audubon Elementary.

Audubon Elementary ranks in the bottom 10.3% of Washington elementary schools.

Students who attend Audubon Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Glover Middle School
High : North Central High School


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