Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fruit Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fruit Valley Elementary School serves the west part of Vancouver, WA, covering an area of approximately 19.7 square miles. Most families live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fruit Valley Elementary School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fruit Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fruit Valley Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2060 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruit Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Fruit Valley Elementary School is ranked #2060 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fruit Valley Elementary School?
188 students attend Fruit Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Fruit Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fruit Valley Elementary School?
Fruit Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fruit Valley Elementary School offer ?
Fruit Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruit Valley Elementary School part of?
Fruit Valley Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Fruit Valley Elementary School located?
Fruit Valley Elementary School is located in the Fruit Valley neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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