Serving 2,121 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Washington Connections Academy Goldendale 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 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Connections Academy Goldendale's student population of 2,121 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Connections Academy Goldendale 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 Washington Connections Academy Goldendale is 0.58, 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
#1486 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Connections Academy Goldendale's ranking?
Washington Connections Academy Goldendale is ranked #1486 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Connections Academy Goldendale?
The graduation rate of Washington Connections Academy Goldendale is 84%, which is equal to the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washington Connections Academy Goldendale?
2,121 students attend Washington Connections Academy Goldendale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Washington Connections Academy Goldendale students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Connections Academy Goldendale?
Washington Connections Academy Goldendale has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Connections Academy Goldendale offer ?
Washington Connections Academy Goldendale offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Connections Academy Goldendale part of?
Washington Connections Academy Goldendale is part of Goldendale School District.
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