Very Good
#602 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 27% in state
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl
Elementary School · Longview School District
2644 30th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#602 of 2,228
In Longview
#3 of 18
public schools
In district
#3 of 17
Longview School District
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl is a public elementary school in Longview, WA, part of Longview School District. Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl — Students at Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.9/10.
How Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Compares
See how Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl 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
2644 30th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Olympic Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST ROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mint Valley Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Longview, see our Longview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| R A Long High School Longview | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Discovery High School Longview | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Discovery High School-Achieve Longview | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Longview Virtual Academy Longview | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Monticello Middle School Longview | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Olympic Elementary School Longview | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 1.1 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Mint Valley Elementary Longview | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Saint Helens Elementary Longview | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Kessler Elementary School Longview | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Broadway Learning Center Longview | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Rose Valley Elementary Kelso | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,705
Median Home Value
$355,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
50,845
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Browne Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.5 |
| Camas Elementary Wapato, WA | 7.5 |
| Carnation Elementary School Carnation, WA | 7.5 |
| Cascade Elementary Marysville, WA | 7.5 |
| Chester Elementary School Spokane Valley, WA | 7.5 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main, WA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl
What grades does Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl serve?
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl?
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl rank in WA?
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl ranks #602 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl a charter school?
No, Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl a Title I school?
No, Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl?
54.0% of students at Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (360) 575-7502
Resources & Links
District
Longview School District- District Enrollment
- 6,378
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,280
- District Rank
- #3 of 17
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