Serving 787 students in grades 6-12, Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Vancouver School of Arts and Academics encompasses the entire school district in Vancouver, WA, covering approximately 61.3 square miles. It typically takes 10-12 minutes to drive to the school from various locations within the zone, which extends up to 8.5 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics's student population of 787 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
787 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics 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 Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is 0.55, 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
#445 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics's ranking?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is ranked #445 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics often compared to?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academicsis often viewed alongside schools like Vancouver Itech Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics?
The graduation rate of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics?
787 students attend Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics offer ?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics part of?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics located?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is located in the Shumway neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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