Serving 53 students in grades 6-12, Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs's student population of 53 students has grown by 657% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
68%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
24%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs?
The graduation rate of Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs?
53 students attend Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs?
Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs offer ?
Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs part of?
Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs is part of Yakima School District.
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