Discovery Early Learning Center

237 Students
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
School Overview
The Early Childhood Center, located at 400 West Viola in Yakima, Washington, serves as a specialized educational facility dedicated to the foundational development of the district’s youngest learners. As part of the Yakima School District, the center focuses on providing high-quality early learning experiences, including preschool and developmental programs designed to prepare children for the transition into elementary school. The facility is structured to support children during their most critical formative years, emphasizing social-emotional growth, early literacy, and foundational cognitive skills in a supportive, age-appropriate environment.

By centering its mission on early intervention and childhood development, the school plays a vital role in bridging the gap for families in the Yakima community. The center works to ensure that children of varying backgrounds and developmental needs have access to the resources necessary for future academic success. Through a combination of play-based learning and structured curriculum, the Early Childhood Center aims to foster a love for discovery while establishing the essential habits and skills required for long-term educational achievement.
237
Total Students
12.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
112.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Discovery Early Learning Center
Demographic Student Count
White28
Hispanic202
Black5
Two or More2
  • Hispanic
    202 (85.2 %)
  • White
    28 (11.8 %)
  • Black
    5 (2.1 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Pre Kindergarten
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Yakima School District
Phone: (509)573-5400
Grade Range: Pre-K - Pre-K
Total Students: 237
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 240
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 26
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 237

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Discovery Early Learning Center
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten237
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Discovery Early Learning Center
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female10443.9%
Male13356.1%