DISCOVERY LAB SCHOOL

Discovery Lab School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Yakima School District school district, located in Yakima, WA with about 213 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, Discovery Lab School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Discovery Lab School, located in Yakima, Washington, is a specialized educational program that operates as a partnership between the Yakima School District and the Pacific Science Center. The school is designed around a project-based learning model, focusing heavily on integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) into the daily curriculum. Its primary goal is to foster deep critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills by immersing students in hands-on, real-world scientific inquiry rather than relying solely on traditional textbook-based instruction.

The school is notable for its innovative approach to classroom culture, often utilizing "lab-style" environments that encourage experimentation and student-led discovery. By leveraging resources and expertise from the Pacific Science Center, Discovery Lab School provides students with a unique academic experience that emphasizes curiosity and exploration. The school aims to prepare its students for future academic success by creating an engaging, inquiry-based atmosphere that challenges them to apply scientific concepts to the community and environment around them.

For more information, contact Discovery Lab School at (509) 573-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.