Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marrion 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 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marrion Elementary School serves the southwest area of Vancouver, WA, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marrion Elementary School's student population of 528 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Marrion 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 Marrion Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1884 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
49%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marrion Elementary School's ranking?
Marrion Elementary School is ranked #1884 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Marrion Elementary School?
528 students attend Marrion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Marrion Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marrion Elementary School?
Marrion Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marrion Elementary School offer ?
Marrion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marrion Elementary School part of?
Marrion Elementary School is part of Evergreen School District (Clark).
In what neighborhood is Marrion Elementary School located?
Marrion Elementary School is located in the Marrion neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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