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Washington Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 369 students

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Posted February 28, 2008

I honestly thought this school would be good for my son, especially because the outside appearance was nicer then some other schools I have seen. I am very disappointed to say that the staff and academic curriculum has been below my expectations. When I voice a concern, I have had negative feedback.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 6, 2006

This school has been great for my son. He is in specials class, they have help get him there. They also have listen to us the parents alot which has been great. He was at another school which was not even sending him to the class he was mandated to go to. We well keep him here until middle school. Also the teachers here really do care, it's more then just a job to them, which means alot to most of us parents.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 4, 2005

The teachers and programs are fabulous with students who are behind or below achievement levels. However, we're having extreme difficulty keeping our above-average (academically) son interested. It's almost like the teacher doesn't know what to do with someone who readily grasps the material. We're looking to change schools next year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 17, 2005

Teachers were excellent with my children. Very happy with all of the 'extra' attention they give the kids.
—Submitted by Elaine, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
30%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
46%

2011

 
 
45%

2010

 
 
49%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
36%

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
39%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
42%

2010

 
 
69%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
23%

2010

 
 
63%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
38%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
64%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%

2011

 
 
37%

2010

 
 
15%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students37%
Female43%
Male31%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic18%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White48%
Low income33%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education44%
Limited English10%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students46%
Female54%
Male39%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic35%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White48%
Low income45%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education48%
Limited English10%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students36%
Female26%
Male43%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic31%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White48%
Low income36%
Not low incomen/a
Special education8%
Not special education41%
Limited English20%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students49%
Female45%
Male51%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic46%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White62%
Low income50%
Not low incomen/a
Special education42%
Not special education50%
Limited English21%
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students42%
Female45%
Male40%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic44%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White45%
Low income41%
Not low incomen/a
Special education8%
Not special education49%
Limited English23%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students41%
Female50%
Male32%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic25%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White57%
Low income38%
Not low incomen/a
Special education10%
Not special education47%
Limited English11%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students42%
Female55%
Male29%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic33%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White57%
Low income39%
Not low incomen/a
Special education0%
Not special education50%
Limited English11%
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students37%
Female52%
Male23%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic17%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White54%
Low income33%
Not low incomen/a
Special education10%
Not special education42%
Limited English0%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 52% 64%
Hispanic 29% 16%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 9%
Black 6% 6%
Not provided 6% N/A
Native American 1% 3%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 85%N/A42%
Special education 12%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 25%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 19N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 9N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 80%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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2908 South St
Vancouver, WA 98663
Phone: (360) 313-3055

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