Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Stanton 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanton Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Stanton Academy's student population of 183 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Stanton Academy 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 Stanton Academy is 0.45, 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
#1985 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
71%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Yakima School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanton Academy's ranking?
Stanton Academy is ranked #1985 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanton Academy?
The graduation rate of Stanton Academy is 30-34%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stanton Academy?
183 students attend Stanton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Stanton Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanton Academy?
Stanton Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stanton Academy offer ?
Stanton Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanton Academy part of?
Stanton Academy is part of Yakima School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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