Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Valley Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Yakima, WA, covering approximately 152.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 23.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Valley Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Valley Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#990 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Valley Elementary School's ranking?
East Valley Elementary School is ranked #990 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Valley Elementary School often compared to?
East Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moxee Elementary School, Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Valley Elementary School?
562 students attend East Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of East Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Valley Elementary School?
East Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Valley Elementary School offer ?
East Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Valley Elementary School part of?
East Valley Elementary School is part of East Valley School District (Yakima).
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