For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,225 students in 98686, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 166 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 98686, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98686, WA are Vancouver Itech Preparatory and Sarah J Anderson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98686 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98686, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98686, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vancouver Itech Preparatory
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16100 Ne 50th Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98686
(360) 313-5200
Vancouver, WA 98686
(360) 313-5200
Gr: 6-12 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Sarah J Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2215 Ne 104th St
Vancouver, WA 98686
(360) 313-1500
Vancouver, WA 98686
(360) 313-1500
Gr: K-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98686, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98686, WA include Vancouver Itech Preparatory and Sarah J Anderson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98686?
2 public schools are located in 98686.
What percentage of students in 98686 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 98686 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98686?
98686 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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