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Challenging and enriching education is a crucial part of the Spokane way of life.

That's why our schools are known not only for their excellent curriculum and teachers, but their breadth of programs and their high level of parental and community involvement. Your ElkRidge Heights student can choose from among 37 public schools and 17 secular and religious private schools.

Public Schools		Private Schools
23 elementary schools 5 junior high schools 4 middle schools 5 high schools		10 elementary schools 2 junior high schools 5 high schools

Higher education, both undergraduate and graduate, is also within easy reach. The Spokane area is home to 18 excellent colleges and universities, and its community college district is the second largest in the state.

Some of the local universities are:

   > Gonzaga University, Spokane
   > Whitworth College, Spokane
   > Spokane Community College, Spokane
   > Spokane Falls Community College, Spokane
   > Eastern Washington University, Cheney
   > Intercollegiate Center for Nursing Education

Learn more:

   > Spokane Valley Public Schools
   > Spokane Valley Private Schools