Serving 162 students in grades 7-12, West Valley Innovation Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Innovation Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley Innovation Center's student population of 162 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Valley Innovation Center 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 Innovation Center is 0.55, 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
#830 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Innovation Center's ranking?
West Valley Innovation Center is ranked #830 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Valley Innovation Center?
162 students attend West Valley Innovation Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of West Valley Innovation Center students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley Innovation Center?
West Valley Innovation Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Valley Innovation Center offer ?
West Valley Innovation Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Valley Innovation Center part of?
West Valley Innovation Center is part of West Valley School District (Yakima).
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