Naches Valley High School is a public high school located in Naches, Washington. It serves 350 students in grades 9–12. 80% of the students are White, while 16% are Hispanic, 2% are two or more races, 1% are American Indian, 1% are Black and 1% are Asian. The Naches mascot is the Ranger Bear.
Serving 418 students in grades 9-12, Naches Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Naches Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Naches Valley High School's student population of 418 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Naches Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Naches Valley High School is 0.43, 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
#1220 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ranger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naches Valley High School's ranking?
Naches Valley High School is ranked #1220 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Naches Valley High School often compared to?
Naches Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower High School, Selah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Naches Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Naches Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Naches Valley High School?
418 students attend Naches Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Naches Valley High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Naches Valley High School?
Naches Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Naches Valley High School offer ?
Naches Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Naches Valley High School part of?
Naches Valley High School is part of Naches Valley School District.
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