Apple Valley Elementary School

Apple Valley Elementary School is located at 7 N 88th Avenue, Yakima nestled in a suburban–residential setting within the West Valley School District. They serve students from grades K-5 and enrolls approximately 454 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. 67% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 73% scored at or above that level for reading. The student population is made up of 47% female students and 53% male students. Apple Valley provides a vibrant, learner-focused educational setting that prioritizes the academic development, involvement in the community, and is supportive of the “Cougar PRIDE” culture.

In 2023, the school was awarded the highly esteemed National Blue-Ribbon School award for exemplary high performance and student achievement. One of the main things parents talk about is the staff that is full of love and care to the students, the strong feeling of community and the positive culture of acknowledgment and development, which, as a result, makes Apple Valley be ranked among the best elementary schools in Washington.

Apple Valley Elementary School in the West Valley School District had a scheduled two-hour late start on November 5, 2025, for professional development.

Q1. What special initiatives does Apple Valley Elementary have to promote digital learning?

Ans. The school employs the use of technology through the use of classroom Chromebooks and digital literacy programs that develop students' research and creative skills.

Q2. How does the school encourage positive behavior among students?

Ans. Apple Valley Elementary implements a Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) system that emphasizes the recognition of good behavior and the establishment of a supportive school community.

Q3. Are there any parent engagement programs offered by the school?

Ans. Yes, consistent family nights, parent-teacher meetings, and volunteering opportunities enable parents to be engaged in school activities.

Q4. Does the school organize events to build community connections?

Ans. The school organizes seasonal fairs, reading weeks, and community service projects as means to involve the families and staff.

Q5. What type of professional development do teachers receive?

Ans. Teachers engage in ongoing professional development that covers up-to-date teaching methods, inclusion, and student motivation ??????????techniques.