Serving 906 students in grades 8-12, 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 top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: 42%
- Reading Proficiency: 74%
- 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 906 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Valley High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)42%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)74%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 96%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
906 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Valley High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Valley High School offer ?
West Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
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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