Excellent
#5 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 1% of private schools
West Chestnut Academy
School
3414 TIETON DR, Yakima, WA 98902
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#5 of 381
In Yakima
#1 of 5
public schools
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West Chestnut Academy
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About West Chestnut Academy
West Chestnut Academy is a private school in Yakima, WA. West Chestnut Academy serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Chestnut Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 118 students, West Chestnut Academy 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.
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, West Chestnut Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
West Chestnut Academy 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow West Chestnut Academy compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Yakima, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| West Chestnut Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| Nob Hill Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Eisenhower High School | 3.9 |
| Wilson Middle School | 5.7 |
| Whitney Elementary | 7.5 |
| Franklin Middle School | 6.5 |
| Robertson Elementary | 8.5 |
| Gilbert Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Mcclure Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 8.1 |
| K-8 Learning Lab | 4.0 |
| Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital dba Children's Village | — |
| Mckinley Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Discovery Early Learning Center | 6.0 |
| Juvenile Detention Center | — |
| Ridgeview Group Home | — |
| Summitview Elementary | 6.5 |
| Davis High School | 6.5 |
| Garfield Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School | 5.7 |
| ESD 105 Open Doors | — |
Showing 20 of 49 schools. View all schools in Yakima
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
3414 TIETON DR, Yakima, WA 98902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Chestnut Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Robertson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nob Hill Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yakima, see our Yakima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill Elementary School Yakima | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Eisenhower High School Yakima | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Wilson Middle School Yakima | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Whitney Elementary Yakima | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Robertson Elementary Yakima | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Gilbert Elementary School Yakima | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| K-8 Learning Lab Yakima | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF YAKIMA Yakima | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Mcclure Elementary School Yakima | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Franklin Middle School Yakima | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital dba Children's Village Yakima | 1.4 mi | — |
| Discovery Early Learning Center Yakima | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Juvenile Detention Center Yakima | 1.5 mi | — |
| Ridgeview Group Home Yakima | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mckinley Elementary School Yakima | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| YAKIMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School Yakima | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Garfield Elementary School Yakima | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,050
Median Home Value
$237,700
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
45,377
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34.7
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| Bickleton Elementary & High Schl Bickleton, WA | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Chestnut Academy
What grades does West Chestnut Academy serve?
West Chestnut Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend West Chestnut Academy?
West Chestnut Academy has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Chestnut Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at West Chestnut Academy is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does West Chestnut Academy rank in WA?
West Chestnut Academy ranks #5 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is West Chestnut Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
West Chestnut Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Chestnut Academy a private school?
Yes, West Chestnut Academy is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is West Chestnut Academy a religious school?
West Chestnut Academy has a Methodist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 118
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yakima County
- Phone
- (509) 966-1632
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