Very Good
#781 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 35% in state
Salmon Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Vancouver School District
1601 NE 129TH ST, Vancouver, WA 98685
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#781 of 2,228
In Vancouver
#13 of 79
public schools
In district
#7 of 40
Vancouver School District
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Salmon Creek Elementary
Salmon Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Vancouver, WA, part of Vancouver School District. Salmon Creek Elementary serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Salmon Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #781 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Salmon Creek Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Salmon Creek Elementary 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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Salmon Creek Elementary — Students at Salmon Creek Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
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: 7.3/10.
How Salmon Creek Elementary Compares
See how Salmon Creek Elementary 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
1601 NE 129TH ST, Vancouver, WA 98685
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salmon Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Valley Primary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Battle Ground), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Felida Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vancouver, see our Vancouver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sacajawea Elementary School Vancouver | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Sarah J Anderson Elementary Vancouver | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Gaiser Middle School Vancouver | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| SOUTH WEST WASHINGTON LEARNING CENTER Vancouver | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Skyview High School Vancouver | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Columbia River High Vancouver | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary Vancouver | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Pleasant Valley Primary Battle Ground | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Alki Middle School Vancouver | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Pleasant Valley Middle Battle Ground | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Chinook Elementary School Vancouver | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| KINGS WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vancouver | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Jason Lee Middle School Vancouver | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Vancouver iTech Preparatory Vancouver | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Felida Elementary School Vancouver | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Hazel Dell Elementary School Vancouver | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES Vancouver | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Lake Shore Elementary Vancouver | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Vancouver | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Minnehaha Elementary School Vancouver | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98685 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,552
Median Home Value
$572,500
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
30,044
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee, WA | 7.1 |
| Broad View Elementary Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco, WA | 7.1 |
| Cooper Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.1 |
| Crescent Harbor Elem Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Daybreak Primary Battle Ground, WA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salmon Creek Elementary
What grades does Salmon Creek Elementary serve?
Salmon Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Salmon Creek Elementary?
Salmon Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salmon Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Salmon Creek Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salmon Creek Elementary rank in WA?
Salmon Creek Elementary ranks #781 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Salmon Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Salmon Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Salmon Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salmon Creek Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Salmon Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Salmon Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salmon Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Salmon Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salmon Creek Elementary?
31.7% of students at Salmon Creek Elementary 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
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (360) 313-2800
Resources & Links
District
Vancouver School District- District Enrollment
- 21,949
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,999
- District Rank
- #7 of 40
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