Washington Youth Academy 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
6 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)40-49%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
63%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Youth Academy?
The graduation rate of Washington Youth Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washington Youth Academy?
140 students attend Washington Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Washington Youth Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Washington Youth Academy offer ?
Washington Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Youth Academy part of?
Washington Youth Academy is part of Washington Military Department School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a family friend. While this school is being compared to other WA public schools and rates lower, that is not a truth! If the WA public school system wouldn''t have failed these children, this program wouldn''t be necessary. 50% is an amazing success rate and I can see that it will only improve with time, unlike that of the WA public school system.
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