Serving 517 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minnehaha Elementary School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minnehaha Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnehaha Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1361 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
58%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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 #1361 out of 2,113 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Minnehaha Elementary School?
517 students attend Minnehaha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Minnehaha Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnehaha Elementary School?
Minnehaha Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher 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.
In what neighborhood is Minnehaha Elementary School located?
Minnehaha Elementary School is located in the West Minnehaha neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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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