West Valley High School is a public secondary school in Yakima, Washington, United States, in the West Valley School District. The school enrolls approximately 1,500 students and services grades 9-12.
Serving 1,574 students in grades 9-12, 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley High School's student population of 1,574 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Rankings
West 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 West Valley High School is 0.58, 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
#689 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #689 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Valley High School often compared to?
West Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower High School, Selah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
1,574 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Valley High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, 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 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of West Valley School District (Yakima).
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