Very Good
#752 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 34% in state
Sifton Elementary School
Elementary School · Evergreen School District (Clark)
7301 NE 137th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98682
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#752 of 2,228
In Vancouver
#10 of 79
public schools
In district
#5 of 37
Evergreen School District (Clark)
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Sifton Elementary School
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About Sifton Elementary School
Sifton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vancouver, WA, part of Evergreen School District (Clark). Sifton Elementary School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sifton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #752 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sifton Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Sifton 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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Sifton Elementary School — Students at Sifton Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
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: 7.1/10.
How Sifton Elementary School Compares
See how Sifton 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
7301 NE 137th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98682
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sifton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerald Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burnt Bridge Creek Elementary Sch (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Endeavour Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vancouver, see our Vancouver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage High School Vancouver | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Image Elementary School Vancouver | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Burnt Bridge Creek Elementary Sch Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| York Elementary School Vancouver | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Vancouver | 1.0 mi | — |
| Orchards Elementary School Vancouver | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Frontier Middle School Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Covington Middle School Vancouver | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Home Choice Academy Vancouver | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Emerald Elementary School Vancouver | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Burton Elementary School Vancouver | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Early Childhood Center Vancouver | 2.5 mi | — |
| Cascadia Technical Academy Skills Center Vancouver | 2.3 mi | — |
| Silver Star Elementary School Vancouver | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Open Doors Evergreen Vancouver | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Cascade Middle School Vancouver | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Prairie High School Battle Ground | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Evergreen High School Vancouver | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Endeavour Elementary School Vancouver | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98682 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,863
Median Home Value
$442,100
Median Rent
$1,766/mo
Population
67,297
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
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| 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 Sifton Elementary School
What grades does Sifton Elementary School serve?
Sifton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sifton Elementary School?
Sifton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sifton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sifton Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sifton Elementary School rank in WA?
Sifton Elementary School ranks #752 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sifton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sifton Elementary School 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 Sifton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sifton Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sifton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sifton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sifton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sifton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sifton Elementary School?
58.8% of students at Sifton 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (360) 604-6675
Resources & Links
District
Evergreen School District (Clark)- District Enrollment
- 22,053
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,902
- District Rank
- #5 of 37
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