Serving 335 students in grades 9-12, Yakima Online 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yakima Online ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yakima Online's student population of 335 students has grown by 106% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Yakima Online 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 Yakima Online is 0.43, 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
#1931 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
72%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
23%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Yakima Online's ranking?
Yakima Online is ranked #1931 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yakima Online?
The graduation rate of Yakima Online is 55-59%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Yakima Online?
335 students attend Yakima Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Yakima Online students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Yakima Online offer ?
Yakima Online offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Yakima Online part of?
Yakima Online is part of Yakima School District.
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