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Discovery High School

High School · Longview School District

2742 Harding Blvd, Longview, WA 98632

Enrollment

69

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,330 of 2,228

In Longview

#10 of 18

public schools

In district

#10 of 17

Longview School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Discovery High School

5.9/10

High School in Longview · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Discovery High School-achieve

7.5/10

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3.0/10

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About Discovery High School

Discovery High School is a public high school in Longview, WA, part of Longview School District. Discovery High School serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Discovery High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,330 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Discovery High School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • WA avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 69 students, Discovery High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading vs. State Avg-37.7 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,280

Discovery High School — Students at Discovery High School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 12.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
55.9% (2024 SBA)

Based on 19 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
30%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
74.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
69.5%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2022
ELA
75%
2024
ELA
23.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Discovery High School Compares

See how Discovery High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in WA
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers

Location

2742 Harding Blvd, Longview, WA 98632

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Discovery High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Discovery High School-Achieve (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Kelso), with a very similar rating. Additionally, R A Long High School (rated 4.4/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Longview, see our Longview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Discovery High School-Achieve Longview 0.0 mi 7.5
Longview Virtual Academy Longview 0.0 mi 3.0
Monticello Middle School Longview 0.0 mi 7.6
R A Long High School Longview 0.1 mi 4.4
Olympic Elementary School Longview 0.2 mi 7.6
ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview 0.5 mi 7.0
THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview 0.7 mi 5.3
Saint Helens Elementary Longview 0.8 mi 6.5
BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview 0.6 mi
Northlake Elementary School Longview 0.8 mi 6.0
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Longview 1.0 mi 7.5
Kessler Elementary School Longview 0.8 mi 5.9
Mark Morris High School Longview 1.1 mi 3.4
Cascade Middle School Longview 1.3 mi 5.4
Columbia Heights Elementary Longview 1.5 mi 5.7
Broadway Learning Center Longview 1.5 mi 5.6
Mint Valley Elementary Longview 2.0 mi 6.5
Cowlitz County Youth Services Center Longview 1.8 mi
Rose Valley Elementary Kelso 2.0 mi 6.2
Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso 2.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,705

Median Home Value

$355,200

Median Rent

$1,142/mo

Population

50,845

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Discovery High School

What grades does Discovery High School serve?

Discovery High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Discovery High School?

Discovery High School has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Discovery High School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Discovery High School rank in WA?

Discovery High School ranks #1,330 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Discovery High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Discovery High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Discovery High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Discovery High School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

Is Discovery High School a charter school?

No, Discovery High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Discovery High School a Title I school?

No, Discovery High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Discovery High School?

84.1% of students at Discovery High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
alternative
Setting
Small City
County
Cowlitz County

District

Longview School District
District Enrollment
6,378
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,280
District Rank
#10 of 17

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