Serving 200 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- 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 200 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.40, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
200 students attend West Valley City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Valley City School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% 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 17:1.
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).
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