Spokane Public Schools


Spokane Public Schools is a public school district in Spokane County, Washington, and serves the city of Spokane. The district includes oversight and administration of seven high schools, six middle schools, and 34 elementary schools. Specialized programming focuses on alternative learning opportunities for intelligently gifted children, as well as those that experience moderate to severe emotional and/or physical disabilities, are homeless, or experiencing the Spokane Public Schools system through the Foreign Exchange Program.

Demographics

In 2012 the largest groups of students who spoke languages other than English were Russian, Marshallese, and Spanish -speakers, respectively. In 2006 the school began receiving large numbers of ethnic Marshallese. The school system created the Marshallese 101 outreach and training program to combat truancy and address issues related to frequent address changes, staying with extended family, and other issues related to Marshallese culture.

Schools

High schools

Special programs