Needs Improvement
#1768 of 2,089 schools in WA
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics
High School · Vancouver School District
3101 MAIN ST, Vancouver, WA 98663
About Vancouver School of Arts and Academics
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics serves grades 6-12 with an enrollment of 787 students in Vancouver, Washington. This regular public school operates with a student-teacher ratio of 20.2:1, supported by 39 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #277 out of 2,261 schools statewide, placing it in the 88th percentile.
Students consistently excel in English Language Arts and Reading, with 80% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. The school's academic score of 9.4 out of 10 reflects this commitment to educational excellence. Located on Main Street, the school draws from a stable middle-class community in the 98663 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $77,518 and median home values reach $396,200.
The neighborhood shows a solid educational foundation, with 32% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a relatively low poverty rate of 10.2%. Vancouver School of Arts and Academics sits in the heart of a mid-size city environment, serving a community of approximately 15,365 residents who value educational achievement and community stability.
Score Breakdown
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Vancouver School of Arts and Academics — Students at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
📉 DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Vancouver School of Arts and Academics Compares
See how Vancouver School of Arts and Academics performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 41.3% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 90% (2019) to 68.7% (2024).
Location
3101 MAIN ST, Vancouver, WA 98663
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Middle School VANCOUVER | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Hough Elementary School VANCOUVER | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary School VANCOUVER | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Clark County Juvenile Detention School Vancouver | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Washington Elementary VANCOUVER | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary VANCOUVER | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Hudson's Bay High School VANCOUVER | 1.2 mi | 2.3 |
| Fruit Valley Elementary School VANCOUVER | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Hazel Dell Elementary School VANCOUVER | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Gate Work Study Program VANCOUVER | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Jim Tangeman Center VANCOUVER | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Minnehaha Elementary School VANCOUVER | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Washington State School for the Deaf Vancouver | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Harney Elementary School VANCOUVER | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Jason Lee Middle School VANCOUVER | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School VANCOUVER | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Vancouver Success Academy Vancouver | 2.0 mi | 1.2 |
| Harry S Truman Elementary School VANCOUVER | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary VANCOUVER | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Lewis and Clark High School VANCOUVER | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 98663 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,518
Median Home Value
$396,200
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
15,365
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
38.1
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| North Kitsap High School Poulsbo, WA | 3.7 |
| Tacoma School of the Arts Tacoma, WA | 3.9 |
| Connell High School Connell, WA | 3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vancouver School of Arts and Academics
What grades does Vancouver School of Arts and Academics serve?
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Vancouver School of Arts and Academics?
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics has an enrollment of approximately 787 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics?
The student-teacher ratio at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vancouver School of Arts and Academics rank in WA?
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics is ranked #1768 out of 2,089 schools in WA.
What is Vancouver School of Arts and Academics's MySchoolScout rating?
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics has a composite rating of 3.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Vancouver School of Arts and Academics has 44.9% math proficiency and 74.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Vancouver School of Arts and Academics a charter school?
No, Vancouver School of Arts and Academics is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vancouver School of Arts and Academics a Title I school?
No, Vancouver School of Arts and Academics is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vancouver School of Arts and Academics?
28.7% of students at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 787
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Clark County
- Phone
- (360) 313-4600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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