At a glance
Reported students
1,494
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
65.13
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington high enrollment
86th percentile
Compared with 624 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
238
West Valley High School: 1,494 reported students.
State peer staffing position
80th percentile
22.9:1 reported; state peer median 19.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,547
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22.8:1
What the reported data says about West Valley High School
West Valley High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Yakima. It is one of 15 current school records connected to West Valley School District (Yakima). NCES reports 1,494 students for 2024–25.
Among 624 high schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 225 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 86th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.9:1, above the Washington median of 19.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (50.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (41.2%). English learners represent 5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 4 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking West Valley High School
- 1How do the reported 22.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 65.13 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5%
- Students with disabilities
- 12%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 48.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.81
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White50.9%
- Hispanic41.2%
- Black0.6%
- Asian3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
4 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in West Valley School District (Yakima)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
West Valley Innovation Center
High · Grades 07–12
195 reported students
West Valley Virtual Academy 9-12
High · Grades 09–12
167 reported students
West Valley Open Doors
High · Grades 09–12
14 reported students
West Valley Mid-Level Campus
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,167 reported students
Summitview Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
475 reported students
Apple Valley Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
447 reported students
Public schools near West Valley High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley Open Doors High · West Valley School District (Yakima) | 09–12 | 14 | under 0.1 mi |
| West Valley Virtual Academy 9-12 High · West Valley School District (Yakima) | 09–12 | 167 | 0.3 mi |
| West Valley Innovation Center High · West Valley School District (Yakima) | 07–12 | 195 | 0.3 mi |
| Eisenhower High School High · Yakima School District | 09–12 | 2,258 | 3.7 mi |
| Juvenile Detention Center High · Yakima School District | 05–12 | 23 | 5.6 mi |
| Ridgeview Group Home High · Yakima School District | 07–12 | 3 | 5.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about West Valley High School
What grades does West Valley High School serve?
West Valley High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in West Valley School District (Yakima).
How many students attend West Valley High School?
West Valley High School reported 1,494 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 86th percentile among 624 Washington high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,547 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at West Valley High School?
The calculated ratio is 22.9:1, based on 1,494 students and 65.13 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 19.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is West Valley High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
West Valley High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on West Valley School District (Yakima) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of West Valley High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
48.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is West Valley High School in?
West Valley High School is part of West Valley School District (Yakima), based in Yakima, WA, which operates 15 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near West Valley High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Valley Open Doors (under 0.1 mi), West Valley Virtual Academy 9-12 (0.3 mi), West Valley Innovation Center (0.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.