The Vancouver School of Arts and Academics is a public arts magnet school for grades 6 to 12 in Vancouver, Washington, United States.
Serving 787 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 41%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- 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 787 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is 0.54, which is less 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
#445 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics's ranking?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics is ranked #445 out of 2,088 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 41% 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?
787 students attend Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics?
Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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