Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chinook Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chinook Elementary School serves the northern part of Vancouver, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chinook Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Chinook community is to promote an environment of achievement, cooperation, respect, compassion and accountability for all.
School Rankings
Chinook Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinook Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf Pups
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinook Elementary School's ranking?
Chinook Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chinook Elementary School often compared to?
Chinook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Felida Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chinook Elementary School?
440 students attend Chinook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Chinook Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chinook Elementary School?
Chinook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chinook Elementary School offer ?
Chinook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chinook Elementary School part of?
Chinook Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
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