Serving 166 students in grades 5-8, West Valley City School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Valley City School's student population of 166 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Valley City School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley City School is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1664 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
78%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley City School's ranking?
West Valley City School is ranked #1664 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Valley City School often compared to?
West Valley City Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Valley City School?
166 students attend West Valley City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West Valley City School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley City School?
West Valley City School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Valley City School offer ?
West Valley City School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is West Valley City School part of?
West Valley City School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
School Reviews
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