Serving 196 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fruit Valley 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fruit Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fruit Valley Elementary School's student population of 196 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1915
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Fruit Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fruit Valley Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2060 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
42%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
33%
48%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruit Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Fruit Valley Elementary School is ranked #2060 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fruit Valley Elementary School?
196 students attend Fruit Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fruit Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fruit Valley Elementary School?
Fruit Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fruit Valley Elementary School offer ?
Fruit Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruit Valley Elementary School part of?
Fruit Valley Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Fruit Valley Elementary School located?
Fruit Valley Elementary School is located in the Fruit Valley neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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Date
First day of 2025-26 school year: Grades 1-5, 6 and 9
August 26, 2025 (Tuesday)
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