Stanton Academy

Stanton Academy, located at 802 River Rd in Yakima, Washington, serves as an alternative high school within the Yakima School District. The school is specifically designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering a flexible academic setting that focuses on credit recovery, accelerated learning, and individualized student support. By providing smaller class sizes and a personalized approach, the academy aims to help students who have fallen behind in credits or those who require a different pace to successfully complete their high school graduation requirements.

The academy’s mission centers on fostering an inclusive and supportive culture that prioritizes student engagement and academic persistence. Beyond its core curriculum, Stanton Academy emphasizes the social and emotional well-being of its students, working to remove barriers to education and prepare them for post-secondary opportunities, whether in the workforce, trade schools, or higher education. Through its dedicated staff and targeted resources, the school plays a vital role in the Yakima community by ensuring that all students have a viable pathway to earning their diploma.