Central Valley School District, WA

Original Research by School Decision on Central Valley School District

Central Valley School District is a large, suburban public school district serving Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, and surrounding unincorporated areas of Spokane County in eastern Washington. It enrolls students from preschool through twelfth grade across more than thirty schools, making it one of the larger districts in the region by student body size. The student population is predominantly white, with Hispanic students and students of two or more races making up the next largest groups, and smaller shares of Black, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and American Indian or Alaska Native students. Data on the share of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals, students with disabilities, and English learners was not available in the provided materials, leaving a gap for a parent wanting to understand the district’s socioeconomic and support-service landscape.

Academically, the district’s performance on state assessments presents a mixed picture when compared with other Spokane County districts. Central Valley’s overall proficiency across tested grades and subjects places it below the midpoint of the county’s districts. Proficiency rates vary by grade and subject. In English language arts, results range from about a quarter of students meeting standards in the earlier elementary grades to roughly three-fifths in later elementary and middle school grades. Math proficiency shows a similar pattern, with a low point at third grade and higher rates in fourth and seventh grades, though overall the figures are moderate. Science assessment results are available for fifth and eighth grades, with the fifth-grade rate higher than the eighth-grade rate. The district’s chronic absenteeism rate is below the midpoint among Spokane County districts, meaning a higher share of students are missing substantial school time than at the typical district in the county. A parent may want to ask the district about its attendance improvement efforts given this measure.

The district’s per-pupil current spending sits in the lower half of the middle range among county districts. The district’s operating budget is primarily funded by the state and federal sources, with a share coming from local property taxes through an Educational Programs and Operations levy. A replacement levy was recently passed that funds ongoing operational costs but not new construction, which has implications for both the district’s financial flexibility and local property tax bills. The 2024-2025 general fund budget reflects the scale of running more than thirty schools.

Housing in the district spans several communities. Homes in Liberty Lake carry a higher price point, while properties in Spokane Valley and near Mica are more moderate. Rental rates follow a similar pattern, with Liberty Lake commanding higher rents and Spokane Valley offering more affordable options. The overall district housing market has experienced modest appreciation. Mortgage rates and rents relative to income suggest that homeownership carries a higher monthly cost than renting in the current market, a consideration for families weighing where to live.

The district operates a wide network of elementary, middle, and high schools, including two comprehensive high schools, an alternative high school, a skills center, a virtual learning program, and several special programs. This range of options means families have choices in school setting and instructional approach within the district. Central Valley also houses a STEM academy and early learning center, adding specialized offerings.

For a family considering the area, Central Valley is a large, established district with a varied academic profile. Its proficiency rates are moderate and sit below the county average. The mix of housing costs across its communities and the recent levy change affecting local taxes are practical financial factors. The district’s size provides program breadth, but the chronic absenteeism rate is a point to investigate further with individual schools. A parent focused on high comparative test scores may find stronger results elsewhere in Spokane County, while a family valuing a large system with multiple school choices in a growing suburban corridor may find Central Valley a good fit.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

14,721

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 7%

Black 2%

White 79%

Asian 2%

Two+ 7%

Am. Indian / AK Native 1%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 2%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

46%

68%

Gr 4

47%

67%

Gr 5

49%

71%

Gr 6

45%

64%

Gr 7

40%

69%

Gr 8

45%

67%

Math

Gr 3

51%

76%

Gr 4

45%

68%

Gr 5

37%

58%

Gr 6

34%

58%

Gr 7

29%

63%

Gr 8

28%

49%

Science

Gr 5

47%

71%

Gr 8

33%

61%

Schools in this District

32 schools are officially reported under this district.

Adams Elementary

Summit School

Bowdish Middle School

Broadway Elementary

Central Valley High School

Chester Elementary School

Evergreen Middle School

Greenacres Elementary

Greenacres Middle School

McDonald Elementary School

North Pines Middle School

Opportunity Elementary

Progress Elementary School

South Pines Elementary

Mica Peak High School

University Elementary School

University High School

Ponderosa Elementary

Horizon Middle School

Sunrise Elementary

Liberty Lake Elementary

School to Life

Central Valley Early Learning Center

Spokane Valley Learning Academy

Spokane Valley Tech Skills Center

CVSD Open Doors Programs

Liberty Creek Elementary School

Riverbend Elementary School

Stem Academy at SVT

Selkirk Middle School

Ridgeline High School

Central Valley Virtual Learning

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

32%

Grade 3

58%

Grade 4

40%

Grade 5

44%

Grade 6

54%

Grade 7

41%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

26%

Grade 3

31%

Grade 4

61%

Grade 5

53%

Grade 6

56%

Grade 7

58%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

59%

Grade 5

49%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$498,164

Year-over-year change+0.5%

Range across 6 ZIP codes$410K to $726K

vs. state typical0.82x

vs. national typical1.35x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (6 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
99016	Spokane Valley	$501K	+0.1%	31.6%
99019	Liberty Lake	$573K	+0.9%	28.6%
99206	Spokane Valley	$425K	+0.8%	24.8%
99037	Spokane Valley	$489K	-0.1%	8.1%
99216	Spokane Valley	$410K	+0.3%	6.0%
99023	Mica	$726K	+0.0%	0.8%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,684/mo

Year-over-year change+2.5%

Range across 5 ZIP codes$1,512 to $1,874/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (5 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
99016	Spokane Valley	$1,682	+2.3%	31.6%
99019	Liberty Lake	$1,874	+5.6%	28.6%
99206	Spokane Valley	$1,552	+0.9%	24.8%
99037	Spokane Valley	$1,558	-1.5%	8.1%
99216	Spokane Valley	$1,512	+1.3%	6.0%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$2,514/mo

Home price / national median income6.0x

Annual rent / national median income24.1%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$829/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$604,087 (-0.6% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

Data Currently Unavailable

Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

This profile is derived exclusively from publicly available federal and state datasets. It may not reflect the most current information available. We encourage parents and families to supplement this data with information published directly on the school’s website, which may include more recent figures, additional programs, or updated enrollment data.