Discovery High School-achieve serves 57 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery High School-achieve ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Discovery High School-achieve's student population of 57 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Discovery High School-achieve is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School-achieve?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School-achieve is 10%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Discovery High School-achieve?
57 students attend Discovery High School-achieve.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Discovery High School-achieve students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Discovery High School-achieve offer ?
Discovery High School-achieve offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery High School-achieve part of?
Discovery High School-achieve is part of Longview School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery High School-achieve located?
Discovery High School-achieve is located in the Olympic East neighborhood of Longview, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olympic East.
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