Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Minnehaha Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minnehaha Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minnehaha Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnehaha Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1109 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnehaha Elementary School's ranking?
Minnehaha Elementary School is ranked #1109 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Minnehaha Elementary School often compared to?
Minnehaha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Orchards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Minnehaha Elementary School?
460 students attend Minnehaha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Minnehaha Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnehaha Elementary School?
Minnehaha Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Minnehaha Elementary School offer ?
Minnehaha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Minnehaha Elementary School part of?
Minnehaha Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
School Reviews
5 12/16/2020
This school was the best i went there for like 5 years, but i had to go when I was in fourth grade. In the end of school even though i really do miss it a lot it was my best 5 years of my life. That i had so many good friends and so many good teachers i will for ever remember this school now that i am in 6th.
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