East Valley High School is a large public high school located in Spokane Valley, Washington at the corner of Pines and Wellesley. East Valley provides the best education in the countr to nearly 15,000 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 912 students in grades 9-12, East Valley High School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Spokane, WA, covering approximately 93.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Valley High School's student population of 912 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
912 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Rankings
East Valley High 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 High School is 0.47, 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
#779 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Valley High School's ranking?
East Valley High School is ranked #779 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Valley High School often compared to?
East Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Valley High School, Ferris High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Valley High School?
The graduation rate of East Valley High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Valley High School?
912 students attend East Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of East Valley High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Valley High School?
East Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Valley High School offer ?
East Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Valley High School part of?
East Valley High School is part of East Valley School District (Spokane).
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