Best Public Schools in Vancouver, WA


Summary:

Vancouver, Washington is served by 87 public schools across multiple districts, including elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as specialized alternative programs, providing educational options for a diverse community.

When comparing schools, performance varies widely. Top-performing elementary schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary and Fishers Landing Elementary consistently score well above state averages, while others like Fruit Valley Elementary and Roosevelt Elementary School need significant support. Specialized schools such as the Vancouver School of Arts and Academics and Vancouver iTech Preparatory also excel. At the high school level, Skyview High School has the highest graduation rate, whereas Fort Vancouver High School faces considerable challenges.

Overall, the Battle Ground School District performs closest to state averages. A key finding across all districts is that math proficiency is a systemic challenge, lagging behind English scores. Middle schools show the most extreme performance gaps, indicating this is a critical transition point. The relationship between school funding and outcomes is complex, with some lower-spending schools achieving strong results.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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