Serving 1,605 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley High School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Central Valley High School's student population of 1,605 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Valley High School is 0.31, 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
#409 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Valley High School's ranking?
Central Valley High School is ranked #409 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Central Valley High School often compared to?
Central Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University High School, Mead Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Central Valley High School is 84%, which is equal to the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
1,605 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Central Valley High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Valley High School offer ?
Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Central Valley School District.
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