Washington State School For The Blind

2214 E. 13th St.
Vancouver, WA 98661
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 58 students in grades 6-12, Washington State School For The Blind ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 58 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : ≥50% (Top 1% in WA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington State School For The Blind ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Washington State School For The Blind's student population of 58 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
58 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
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School Rankings

Washington State School For The Blind ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington State School For The Blind is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#895 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
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21-39%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Washington State School For The Blind and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-79%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington State School For The Blind and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
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Asian
5%
9%
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Hispanic
26%
26%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
52%
49%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
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Two or more races
12%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Washington State School For The Blind and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
(16-17)
≥50%
82%
This chart displays graduation rate of Washington State School For The Blind and public school graduation rate of Washington by year, with the latest 2016-17 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington State School For The Blind's ranking?
Washington State School For The Blind is ranked #895 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington State School For The Blind?
The graduation rate of Washington State School For The Blind is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 82%.
How many students attend Washington State School For The Blind?
58 students attend Washington State School For The Blind.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington State School For The Blind students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Washington State School For The Blind offer ?
Washington State School For The Blind offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Washington State School For The Blind part of?
Washington State School For The Blind is part of Office Of The Governor (Sch For Blind) School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington State School For The Blind located?
Washington State School For The Blind is located in the Central Park neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Park.

School Reviews

4   2/17/2020
WSSB is the best school for the blind in the country! Definitely want to check this out if you live in the PNW or are looking for a progressive, supportive, and caring environment for 6-12 graders who are blind or visually impaired. Top-notch!
- Posted by Parent - Mr. M

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 58 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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