West Valley High School is a public secondary school in Spokane Valley, Washington. It enrolls over 900 students in grades 9 through 12. The school colors are orange and black and the mascot is the eagles. As a Gates "Washington Achievers" grant high school, West Valley has started a mentor groups program.
Serving 836 students in grades 9-12, West Valley High School 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 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Valley High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Spokane, WA, encompassing approximately 18.6 square miles. Typically, it takes about 5 to 10 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles to the farthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Valley High School's student population of 836 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
836 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Valley High School 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 West Valley High School is 0.41, 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
#900 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #900 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Valley High School often compared to?
West Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Valley High School, University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
836 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Valley High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Valley High School offer ?
West Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
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