Serving 625 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sarah J Anderson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sarah J Anderson Elementary serves the northeast part of Vancouver, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sarah J Anderson Elementary School's student population of 625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sarah J Anderson 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 Sarah J Anderson Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1238 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarah J Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Sarah J Anderson Elementary School is ranked #1238 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sarah J Anderson Elementary School often compared to?
Sarah J Anderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Harney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sarah J Anderson Elementary School?
625 students attend Sarah J Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sarah J Anderson Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarah J Anderson Elementary School?
Sarah J Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sarah J Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Sarah J Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarah J Anderson Elementary School part of?
Sarah J Anderson Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarah J Anderson Elementary School located?
Sarah J Anderson Elementary School is located in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pleasant Valley.
School Reviews
Review Sarah J Anderson Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
