East Valley High School, located in Yakima, Washington, is a high school that serves 830 students in grades 9–12. From 2012 to 2016, the principal was Dorthea Say and from 2016 to 2021, Kayla Crowe. The principal is now Ryan McDaniel, since 2021.
Serving 1,045 students in grades 9-12, East 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 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,045 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Valley High School's student population of 1,045 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,045 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Colors
Red, White, Black
School Rankings
East 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 East Valley High School is 0.56, 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
#940 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
52%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Valley High School's ranking?
East Valley High School is ranked #940 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Valley High School often compared to?
East Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis High School, Eisenhower High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Valley High School?
The graduation rate of East Valley High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Valley High School?
1,045 students attend East Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of East Valley High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Valley High School?
East Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Valley High School offer ?
East Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Valley High School part of?
East Valley High School is part of East Valley School District (Yakima).
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