Serving 770 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 40%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- 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%)
- 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 770 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is 0.48, 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
#436 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #436 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 84%.
How many students attend Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics?
770 students attend Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics offer ?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
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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