Serving 881 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 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Valley High School's student population of 881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley High School is 0.41, 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
#1027 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #1027 out of 2,113 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 Central Valley High School, University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 63% 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 98%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
881 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Valley High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 21:1, 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
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
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