Serving 160 students in grades 6-12, Rainier Valley Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy's student population of 160 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainier Valley Leadership Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1699 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
71%
5%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainier Valley Leadership Academy's ranking?
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy is ranked #1699 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Valley Leadership Academy often compared to?
Rainier Valley Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Orca K-8 School, Interagency Programs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier Valley Leadership Academy?
160 students attend Rainier Valley Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rainier Valley Leadership Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainier Valley Leadership Academy?
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rainier Valley Leadership Academy offer ?
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Rainier Valley Leadership Academy part of?
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy is part of Rainier Valley Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Rainier Valley Leadership Academy located?
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy is located in the Rainier Valley neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Rainier Valley.
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