- Farwell Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 471 students
- Brentwood Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 468 students
- Shiloh Hills Elementary — Grades K–5 · 465 students
- Meadow Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 453 students
- Evergreen Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 433 students
- Midway Elementary — Grades K–5 · 418 students
- Skyline Elementary — Grades K–5 · 412 students
- Prairie View Elementary — Grades K–5 · 386 students
- Colbert Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 364 students
- Creekside Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 355 students
- Mountainside Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 824 students
- Northwood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 796 students
- Highland Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 704 students
- Mead Senior High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,827 students
- Mt Spokane High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,482 students
- Mead Open Doors — Grades 11–12 · 9 students
- Mead Learning Options — Grades K–12 · 790 students
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| Metric | Mead School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 17 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Mead School District
Mead School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 99208 in Mead, Washington. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Washington districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Mead School District runs approximately $14,700 annually, placing it near the Washington state average of approximately $14,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Mead School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Mead School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Mead School District 6 out of 10 — average among Washington public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Mead School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 99208
Children in zip code 99208 are assigned to Mead School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 99208, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Mead School District at (509)465-6000 or visit www.mead354.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Washington districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Mead
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Mead School District serves zip code 99208, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 99208 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Washington, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Mead School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 99208.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Mead School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 99208 data.