Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, Discovery High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Discovery High School's student population of 57 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#798 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Longview School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery High School's ranking?
Discovery High School is ranked #798 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
57 students attend Discovery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Discovery High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery High School?
Discovery High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery High School offer ?
Discovery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Discovery High School part of?
Discovery High School is part of Longview School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery High School located?
Discovery High School is located in the Olympic East neighborhood of Longview, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olympic East.
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