For the 2025 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 5,578 students in Yakima County County, Washington.
The top ranked community college in Yakima County, WA is Perry Technical Institute.
The average community college acceptance rate in Washington is 82% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Yakima County Community Colleges (2025)
College
Location
Students
Perry Technical Institute
Private not-for-profit
2011 W Washington Ave.
Yakima, WA 98903
(509) 453-0374
Yakima, WA 98903
(509) 453-0374
| 867 students
Yakima Valley College
Public
South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd.
Yakima, WA 98907
(509) 574-4600
Yakima, WA 98907
(509) 574-4600
| 4,711 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Yakima County, WA?
There are 2 community colleges serving 5,578 students in Yakima County, WA.
What is community college acceptance rate in Yakima County, WA?
The average community college acceptance rate in Washington is 82% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Yakima County, WA?
Community colleges in Yakima County, WA have approximately 75% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.
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