Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8's student population of 188 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 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 Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 is 0.44, 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
#834 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Academy Of Learning K-8's ranking?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 is ranked #834 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Valley Academy Of Learning K-8?
188 students attend Valley Academy Of Learning K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Academy Of Learning K-8?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 offer ?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 part of?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 is part of Wenatchee School District.
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