Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Apple Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apple Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Apple Valley Elementary School's student population of 454 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Motto
Cougar PRIDE! We take pride in our students, our families, our success, and our school.
School Rankings
Apple Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apple Valley Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#211 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apple Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Apple Valley Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Apple Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Apple Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Elementary School, Hilton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Apple Valley Elementary School?
454 students attend Apple Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Apple Valley Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apple Valley Elementary School?
Apple Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Apple Valley Elementary School offer ?
Apple Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apple Valley Elementary School part of?
Apple Valley Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Yakima).
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