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#973 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 44% in state
Minnehaha Elementary School
Elementary School · Vancouver School District
2800 NE 54TH ST, Vancouver, WA 98663
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#973 of 2,228
In Vancouver
#22 of 79
public schools
In district
#12 of 40
Vancouver School District
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Minnehaha Elementary School
Minnehaha Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vancouver, WA, part of Vancouver School District. Minnehaha Elementary School serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Minnehaha Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Minnehaha Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Minnehaha Elementary School 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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Minnehaha Elementary School — Students at Minnehaha Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.4%
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: 8.0/10.
How Minnehaha Elementary School Compares
See how Minnehaha Elementary School 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
2800 NE 54TH ST, Vancouver, WA 98663
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minnehaha Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazel Dell Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vancouver, see our Vancouver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKESHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vancouver | 0.7 mi | — |
| Harry S Truman Elementary School Vancouver | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| KINGS WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vancouver | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Washington Elementary Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Discovery Middle School Vancouver | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Vancouver Success Academy Vancouver | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hazel Dell Elementary School Vancouver | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Gate Work Study Program Vancouver | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Jim Tangeman Center Vancouver | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTH WEST WASHINGTON LEARNING CENTER Vancouver | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Lewis and Clark High School Vancouver | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Vancouver School of Arts and Academics Vancouver | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Gaiser Middle School Vancouver | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Hudson's Bay High School Vancouver | 2.2 mi | 2.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Vancouver | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LUPINE EXPERIENTIAL SCHOOL Vancouver | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Sarah J Anderson Elementary Vancouver | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Vancouver | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Vancouver | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,590
Median Home Value
$430,900
Median Rent
$1,538/mo
Population
15,645
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blaine Primary School Blaine, WA | 6.7 |
| Captain Strong Battle Ground, WA | 6.7 |
| Columbia Ridge Elementary Ephrata, WA | 6.7 |
| East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, WA | 6.7 |
| East Olympia Elementary Olympia, WA | 6.7 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle, WA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minnehaha Elementary School
What grades does Minnehaha Elementary School serve?
Minnehaha Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Minnehaha Elementary School?
Minnehaha Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minnehaha Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Minnehaha Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minnehaha Elementary School rank in WA?
Minnehaha Elementary School ranks #973 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Minnehaha Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Minnehaha Elementary School 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 Minnehaha Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minnehaha Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Minnehaha Elementary School a charter school?
No, Minnehaha Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minnehaha Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Minnehaha Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minnehaha Elementary School?
58.4% of students at Minnehaha Elementary School 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.6%
- Phone
- (360) 313-2500
Resources & Links
District
Vancouver School District- District Enrollment
- 21,949
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,999
- District Rank
- #12 of 40
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