Serving 792 students in grades 6-8, East Valley Central Middle School 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 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Valley Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Yakima, WA, encompassing approximately 172.3 square miles. Families in the area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the nearest boundary and the furthest edge located 23.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Valley Central Middle School's student population of 792 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Rankings
East Valley Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Valley Central Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1263 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
57%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bruin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Valley Central Middle School's ranking?
East Valley Central Middle School is ranked #1263 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Valley Central Middle School often compared to?
East Valley Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wapato Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Valley Central Middle School?
792 students attend East Valley Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Valley Central Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Valley Central Middle School?
East Valley Central Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Valley Central Middle School offer ?
East Valley Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Valley Central Middle School part of?
East Valley Central Middle School is part of East Valley School District (Yakima).
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