Yakima Open Doors serves 170 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yakima Open Doors ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yakima Open Doors's student population of 170 students has grown by 104% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Yakima Open Doors is 0.35, 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
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
79%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤5%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Yakima Open Doors?
The graduation rate of Yakima Open Doors is 5%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Yakima Open Doors?
170 students attend Yakima Open Doors.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Yakima Open Doors students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Yakima Open Doors offer ?
Yakima Open Doors offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Yakima Open Doors part of?
Yakima Open Doors is part of Yakima School District.
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