Serving 122 students in grades Kindergarten-8, K-8 Learning Lab 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
K-8 Learning Lab ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
K-8 Learning Lab's student population of 122 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
K-8 Learning Lab ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of K-8 Learning Lab is 0.38, 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
#1732 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
76%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K-8 Learning Lab's ranking?
K-8 Learning Lab is ranked #1732 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are K-8 Learning Lab often compared to?
K-8 Learning Labis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Middle School, Gilbert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend K-8 Learning Lab?
122 students attend K-8 Learning Lab.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of K-8 Learning Lab students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does K-8 Learning Lab offer ?
K-8 Learning Lab offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is K-8 Learning Lab part of?
K-8 Learning Lab is part of Yakima School District.
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