Serving 98 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Discovery Virtual School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 49:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Discovery Virtual School's student population of 98 students has grown by 880% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Virtual School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Virtual School is 0.49, 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
#452 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
49:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clarkston School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Virtual School's ranking?
Discovery Virtual School is ranked #452 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Discovery Virtual School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Discovery Virtual School?
98 students attend Discovery Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Discovery Virtual School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Virtual School?
Discovery Virtual School has a student ration of 49:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Virtual School offer ?
Discovery Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Discovery Virtual School part of?
Discovery Virtual School is part of Clarkston School District.
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