Summary:
The 98937 zip code area is home to three schools that are part of the Naches Valley School District, which serves students from elementary through high school. While the district as a whole is ranked in the middle of Washington school districts, a closer look at the individual schools reveals some standout performers and areas for improvement.
Naches Valley Elementary School and Naches Valley High School are the standout performers in the district. The elementary school consistently ranks in the top half of Washington elementary schools and has relatively strong performance in English Language Arts. The high school, ranked 186 out of 437 Washington high schools, boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 91.7%, though its dropout rate of 7.2% is on the higher side. In contrast, Naches Valley Middle School lags behind, with lower proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math.
Across the district, the student population is predominantly White, with Hispanic students making up the next largest group. The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 55% to 58% across the schools, indicates a relatively high level of economic disadvantage. Ensuring equitable access and support for all students, regardless of race or socioeconomic status, could be an area of focus for the district. Additionally, the district may benefit from analyzing the root causes of the performance gaps and implementing targeted interventions to improve student outcomes, particularly in Math.
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