Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Washington Youth Academy 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Youth Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington Youth Academy's student population of 140 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Youth Academy is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)40-49%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
63%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
18%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
49%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Youth Academy?
The graduation rate of Washington Youth Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washington Youth Academy?
140 students attend Washington Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Washington Youth Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Washington Youth Academy offer ?
Washington Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Youth Academy part of?
Washington Youth Academy is part of Washington Military Department School District.
School Reviews
5 1/5/2019
I am a family friend. While this school is being compared to other WA public schools and rates lower, that is not a truth! If the WA public school system wouldn''t have failed these children, this program wouldn''t be necessary. 50% is an amazing success rate and I can see that it will only improve with time, unlike that of the WA public school system.
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