Serving 39 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Valley Virtual Learning Center 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Virtual Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
West Valley Virtual Learning Center's student population of 39 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
West Valley Virtual Learning Center 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 Virtual Learning Center is 0.42, 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
#2024 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley Virtual Learning Center's ranking?
West Valley Virtual Learning Center is ranked #2024 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Valley Virtual Learning Center?
39 students attend West Valley Virtual Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Valley Virtual Learning Center students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Valley Virtual Learning Center?
West Valley Virtual Learning Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Valley Virtual Learning Center offer ?
West Valley Virtual Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is West Valley Virtual Learning Center part of?
West Valley Virtual Learning Center is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
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