Serving 178 students in grades 5-8, West Valley City School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Valley City School's student population of 178 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
West Valley City School fosters relationships and real-world skills for students to be passionate, innovative learners.
School Rankings
West Valley City School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley City School is 0.39, 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
#1426 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 West Valley City School's ranking?
West Valley City School is ranked #1426 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Valley City School often compared to?
West Valley City Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Valley City School?
178 students attend West Valley City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Valley City School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Valley City School?
West Valley City School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Valley City School offer ?
West Valley City School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Valley City School part of?
West Valley City School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
School Reviews
5 4/15/2008
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