Serving 174 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8's student population of 174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#532 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Academy Of Learning K-8's ranking?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 is ranked #532 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Valley Academy Of Learning K-8?
174 students attend Valley Academy Of Learning K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Academy Of Learning K-8?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 offer ?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 part of?
Valley Academy Of Learning K-8 is part of Wenatchee School District.
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