Very Good
#75 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 19% of private schools
La Salle High School
High School
3000 LIGHTNING WAY, Union Gap, WA 98903
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#75 of 381
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About La Salle High School
La Salle High School is a private high school in Union Gap, WA. La Salle High School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. La Salle High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
La Salle High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
La Salle High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow La Salle High School compares to the 1 public school in Union Gap, WA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Union Gap
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| La Salle High School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Union Gap School | 8.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3000 LIGHTNING WAY, Union Gap, WA 98903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Salle High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Yakima Open Doors (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Yakima), with a very similar rating. Another option is Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Yakima), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Davis High School (rated 6.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Yakima), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Union Gap, see our Union Gap schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Union Gap School Union Gap | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Ridgeview Elementary Yakima | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Yakima | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Hoover Elementary School Yakima | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School Yakima | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yakima | 2.5 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF KRONSTADT ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 2.8 mi | — |
| Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs Yakima | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Yakima Open Doors Yakima | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Yakima Online Yakima | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Adams Elementary School Yakima | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Middle School Yakima | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Mckinley Elementary School Yakima | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Davis High School Yakima | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ESD 105 Open Doors Yakima | 3.6 mi | — |
| NACHES VALLEY ESD 105 OPEN DOORS Yakima | 3.6 mi | — |
| Mcclure Elementary School Yakima | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Franklin Middle School Yakima | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima | 3.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,188
Median Home Value
$265,900
Median Rent
$1,232/mo
Population
19,010
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
33.7
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| AUBURN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn, WA | 7.4 |
| CHOICE Academy Seattle, WA | 7.4 |
| Davenport Senior High School Davenport, WA | 7.4 |
| Friday Harbor High School Friday Harbor, WA | 7.4 |
| White Pass Jr. Sr. High School Randle, WA | 7.4 |
| Discovery High School Camas, WA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Salle High School
What grades does La Salle High School serve?
La Salle High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend La Salle High School?
La Salle High School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Salle High School?
The student-teacher ratio at La Salle High School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does La Salle High School rank in WA?
La Salle High School ranks #75 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is La Salle High School's MySchoolScout rating?
La Salle High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is La Salle High School a private school?
Yes, La Salle High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is La Salle High School a religious school?
La Salle High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 235
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Yakima County
- Phone
- (509) 225-2998
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