Best Schools in Vancouver, Washington
100 schools · 55 Elementary · 13 Middle · 18 High · 14 Other
Choosing a school in Vancouver?
Use this page to compare every school in Vancouver by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Elementary · Vancouver School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Emerald Elementary School
Elementary · Evergreen School District (clark). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Esd 112 Open Doors Reengagement
High · Educational Service District 112. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Vancouver for 2026 are Benjamin Franklin Elementary (9.2/10), Emerald Elementary School (8.6/10), and Esd 112 Open Doors Reengagement (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
100
84 public · 16 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$465,309
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
100
84 public · 16 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$465,309
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Rates 7.1/10 despite 75% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Vancouver schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +13.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Vancouver schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Vancouver
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 100). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benjamin Franklin Elementary | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Emerald Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Esd 112 Open Doors Reengagement | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Lincoln Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Burnt Bridge Creek Elementary Sch | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Lewis and Clark High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Vancouver Itech Preparatory | 7.5 / 10 |
| 8 | The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences | 7.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Endeavour Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Felida Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $88,932
- Median home value
- $465,309
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
18% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vancouver compares
Washington rank
#154 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$89k
100% of Washington median
Schools in this city
91
Education Snapshot
Vancouver, WashingtonVancouver, Washington runs 100 schools across 6 districts, enrolling roughly 44,426 students distributed among 55 elementary, 13 middle, 18 high, and 14 other or combined campuses. MySchoolScout composite ratings average 5.5/10 across 91 scored schools — nearly a full point below Washington state's 6.4/10 average. The economic profile aligns with that gap: median household income of $91,015 sits 8% below the state median of $99,416, and 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Both income and attainment fall below state benchmarks, placing Vancouver below the state average on all three measures tracked here. The six-district structure means quality varies substantially by attendance zone; the 5.5/10 composite masks real differences between individual schools. Parents should compare individual school ratings directly rather than relying on the city-level figure, which understates the range available across Vancouver's neighborhoods.
About Schools in Vancouver, Washington
Vancouver, Washington has 39 ranked public schools, giving families a wide field to evaluate. The city's schools average 5.9 out of 10, which places a significant share of options in the middle tier — functional but uneven. Parents researching here should know that performance varies considerably across neighborhoods, so location matters more than the city average suggests.
The strongest concentration of high performers sits at the elementary level. Eight schools, or 21% of ranked public schools, score 7 or above out of 10 — a meaningful but selective group. Emerald Elementary leads the city with an 8.5, the highest score among all ranked public schools in Vancouver. Fishers Landing Elementary follows at 8.0, with Riverview Elementary and Sifton Elementary both scoring 7.8, and Hearthwood Elementary rounding out the top five at 7.5. These five schools consistently outpace the city average and represent the clearest targets for families prioritizing academic performance at the elementary level.
The spread between the top and the average tells the real story here. A gap of nearly three points separates Emerald Elementary from the citywide mean of 5.9. That kind of range means families in different parts of Vancouver can face very different academic environments even within the same public system. Attendance boundaries largely determine access, so parents should verify which schools their home address actually maps to before drawing conclusions from rankings alone.
Practically speaking, families moving to Vancouver or comparing neighborhoods within the city should start by identifying the top-rated elementary schools and working backward to the residential zones they serve. The 21% of schools scoring 7 or higher are attainable targets, but they are not evenly distributed. Parents with elementary-age children have the most differentiation to work with, as the top-rated schools in the city are all at that level. Running address lookups against school boundaries — and checking current enrollment and capacity data directly with the relevant district — will give a clearer picture than ratings alone.
Elementary Schools
55 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 460 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 3 | 306 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
| 4 | 346 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 5 | 451 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 6 | 599 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 |
| 7 | 464 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 8 | 426 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 9 | 322 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 |
| 10 | 407 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 |
Show all 55 elementary schools in Vancouver
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 602 students · 6th–8th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 539 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 809 students · 6th–8th | 5.1 |
| 4 | 751 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
| 5 | 786 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
| 6 | 833 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
| 7 | 744 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
| 8 | 736 students · 6th–8th | 3.7 |
| 9 | 827 students · 6th–8th | 3.4 |
| 10 | 876 students · 6th–8th | 3.1 |
Show all 13 middle schools in Vancouver
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
High Schools
18 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 87 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 599 students · 6th–12th | 7.5 |
| 4 | 466 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 5 | 1,187 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 6 | 44 students · 12th–12th | 6.5 |
| 7 | 110 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 8 | 1,636 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 9 | 1,780 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
| 10 | 787 students · 6th–12th | 5.0 |
Show all 18 high schools in Vancouver
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
14 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 120 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 90 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 217 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.1 |
| 5 | 126 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.9 |
| 6 | 152 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.8 |
| 7 | 194 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.5 |
| 8 | 351 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.1 |
| 9 | 20 students · 3rd–12th | — |
| 10 | 31 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Show all 14 other schools in Vancouver
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Schools in Vancouver
Vancouver, Washington · 100 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 11 ZIP codes
Median Income
$88,932
Median Home Value
$465,309
Median Rent
$1,668/mo
Population
356,538
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Community Profile
Vancouver has a median household income of $88,932. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $465,309, with a median rent of $1,668/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 55
- Middle
- 13
- High
- 18
- Other
- 14
Resources
School Districts (6)
Educational Service District 112
3 schools · 73 students
Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth
1 school · 120 students
Battle Ground School District
22 schools · 12,421 students
Evergreen School District (Clark)
39 schools · 22,053 students
Toppenish School District
9 schools · 3,845 students
Vancouver School District
45 schools · 21,949 students
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Washington
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Vancouver, Washington
How many schools are in Vancouver, Washington?
Vancouver has 100 schools, including 84 public and 16 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vancouver, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vancouver is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Vancouver, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Vancouver on MySchoolScout is Benjamin Franklin Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vancouver, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vancouver on MySchoolScout is Benjamin Franklin Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Vancouver, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Vancouver on MySchoolScout is Alki Middle School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Vancouver, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Vancouver on MySchoolScout is Esd 112 Open Doors Reengagement with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Vancouver, Washington?
Vancouver is served by 6 school districts: Educational Service District 112, Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth, Battle Ground School District, Evergreen School District (clark), Toppenish School District, Vancouver School District.
What is the education level in Vancouver, Washington?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Vancouver have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vancouver, Washington?
The median household income in Vancouver is approximately $88,932 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Vancouver, Washington?
Yes, Vancouver has 16 private schools alongside 84 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vancouver, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vancouver is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vancouver, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.