West Valley High School

West Valley High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9800 Zier Rd,  Yakima, WA
West Valley School District
3.9
4.3
1,574 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
William Oppliger
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
75%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
75%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
68
Full Time Teachers
68
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
590
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
87.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
36.4%
State Average
41.7%
Science
48.8%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
384:1

Student Diversity

Female
50%
Male
49.4%
White
54.5%
Hispanic
36.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.1%
Two or more races
3%
Native American
<1%
Black
<1%

School Rankings

#9 Best Public HS Teachers in Washington
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Washington State University 347 Students
Central Washington University 311 Students
University of Washington 288 Students
Eastern Washington University 264 Students
Western Washington University 166 Students
Yakima Valley College 157 Students
University of Oregon 105 Students
Seattle University 105 Students
Boise State University 101 Students
Gonzaga University 93 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 105 Students
Nursing 78 Students
Psychology 77 Students
Biology 70 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 52 Students
Education 41 Students
Elementary Education 39 Students
Computer Science 34 Students
Chemistry 31 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 139 Reviews
5.0 Senior
4/4/2025
I loved my experience at West Valley High School. Teachers were always there for me. I learned a lot, and had fun learning.
3.0 Senior
11/6/2024
The best part is all the exchange students are school has. The worst thing is bullying I know an exchange student who went home early because she was being bullied.
5.0 Alum
9/27/2023
I enjoyed high school very much. I was on varsity volleyball, part of student government and ASB. I enjoy West Valley's opportunity for STEM classes and credit my interest in the medical field to the athletic training classes there. I was given my first look at hands on training with patient care during that time.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/4/2023
They have the best teachers out of all the districts and they care about student protection more than any other school because they have a lot of security in their building.
5.0 parent
11/28/2019
Very strong teachers, support staff and administrators. Extra curricular activity is substantial.
5.0 parent
1/7/2015
My two daughters had an excellent educational experience at West Valley. In recent years West Valley has ramped up their AP and honors classes and both of my daughters acquired enough college credits that by their 2nds quarter at the UW, they already had sophomore status. I noticed that WV received...
5.0 parent
8/16/2014
This is a fantastic school with lots of opportunities. My child has taken the highest courses possible and was very pleased as he finished his education with over a 4.0 gpa. In addition to the academic program, the band and athletic departments are THRIVING. Great well-rounded school with great stud...

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West Valley High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Yakima, WA, in the Ahtanum neighborhood, and is served by the West Valley School District in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 1,574 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 40% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 75% are proficient in reading. West Valley High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $381,720. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Valley Virtual University, West Valley High School Freshman Campus, West Valley Virtual Academy 9-12, and more. Learn more about what Yakima has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Valley High School.

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