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#929 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 42% in state
Captain Strong
Elementary School · Battle Ground School District
PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#929 of 2,228
In Battle Ground
#4 of 17
public schools
In district
#6 of 20
Battle Ground School District
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Captain Strong
Elementary School in Battle Ground · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Captain Strong
Captain Strong is a public elementary school in Battle Ground, WA, part of Battle Ground School District. Captain Strong serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Captain Strong has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #929 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Captain Strong show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Captain Strong were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Captain Strong — Students at Captain Strong score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Captain Strong Compares
See how Captain Strong performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Captain Strong may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Grove Primary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Daybreak Primary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Glenwood Heights Primary (rated 7.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Vancouver), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Battle Ground, see our Battle Ground schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Umtuch Middle Battle Ground | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CAM Academy Battle Ground | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Battle Ground High School Battle Ground | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Daybreak Middle Battle Ground | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Daybreak Primary Battle Ground | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Maple Grove Primary Battle Ground | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Homelink River Battle Ground | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| FIRM FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Battle Ground | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| COLUMBIA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Battle Ground | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MEADOW GLADE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Battle Ground | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Tukes Valley Middle School Battle Ground | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Tukes Valley Primary Battle Ground | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Summit View High School Brush Prairie | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Open Doors Battle Ground Battle Ground | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Preschool Infant Other Battle Ground | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Hockinson High School Brush Prairie | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Laurin Middle School Battle Ground | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Glenwood Heights Primary Vancouver | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Hockinson Middle School Brush Prairie | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Prairie High School Battle Ground | 5.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,616
Median Home Value
$543,500
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
38,550
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blaine Primary School Blaine, WA | 6.7 |
| Columbia Ridge Elementary Ephrata, WA | 6.7 |
| Eagle Creek Elementary Arlington, WA | 6.7 |
| East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, WA | 6.7 |
| East Olympia Elementary Olympia, WA | 6.7 |
| Foothills Elementary Buckley, WA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Captain Strong
What grades does Captain Strong serve?
Captain Strong serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Captain Strong?
Captain Strong has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Captain Strong?
The student-teacher ratio at Captain Strong is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Captain Strong rank in WA?
Captain Strong ranks #929 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Captain Strong's MySchoolScout rating?
Captain Strong has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Captain Strong?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Captain Strong has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Captain Strong a charter school?
No, Captain Strong is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Captain Strong a Title I school?
No, Captain Strong is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Captain Strong?
40.7% of students at Captain Strong qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 631
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (360) 885-6400
Resources & Links
District
Battle Ground School District- District Enrollment
- 12,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,420
- District Rank
- #6 of 20
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