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Columbia Valley Elementary

Summary:

Columbia Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Vancouver, Washington, serving 406 students in grades PK-5 as part of the Evergreen School District, which is ranked 185 out of 247 districts in the state.

While Columbia Valley Elementary has a more diverse student population compared to nearby schools, with higher percentages of Hispanic and African American students, its academic performance lags significantly behind. The school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (38.69%) and Math (38.92%) are well below the state averages (52.63% and 41.68%, respectively), and its subgroup performance, particularly for Hispanic, White, and low-income students, is also concerning. Additionally, the school has seen a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 494 out of 1,054 schools in 2016-2017 to 796 out of 1,168 schools in 2023-2024.

Interestingly, despite the school's lower performance, it has seen a significant increase in spending per student, from $9,624 in 2019-2020 to $19,317 in 2021-2022, which is higher than the nearby Illahee Elementary and Fishers Landing Elementary schools, which are ranked much higher and have significantly better test scores and subgroup performance.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 17500 SE Sequoia Cr
       Vancouver, WA  98683

(360) 604-3375

District: Evergreen School District (Clark)

SchoolDigger Rank:
796th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $19,317 Help


Students who attend Columbia Valley Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Shahala Middle School
High:    Union High School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.8 Help
Number of students:  406

Racial breakdown:

White:
46.3%
Hispanic:
29.1%
Two or more races:
11.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  52.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Columbia Valley Elementary ranks worse than 68.2% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks 9th among 22 ranked elementary schools in the Evergreen School District (Clark). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 32.02. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (46.3%), Hispanic (29.1%), two or more races (11.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 52.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Columbia Valley Elementary is 14.8. 13 elementary schools in the Evergreen School District (Clark) have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Columbia Valley Elementary is $19,317, which is the 10th highest among 22 elementary schools in the Evergreen School District (Clark).
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Columbia Valley Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Columbia Valley Elementary 796th of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Columbia Valley Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Evergreen School District (Clark):

SchoolDigger ranks Evergreen School District (Clark) 185th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Columbia Valley Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 67.82 312th 1069 70.8%
2008 63.30 396th 1067 62.9%
2009 64.15 382nd 1072 64.4%
2010 44.36 630th 1088 42.1%
2011 65.26 367th 1092 66.4%
2012 55.49 507th 1097 53.8%
2013 62.99 419th 1106 62.1%
2015 63.40 363rd 1067 66.0%
2016 61.88 405th 1053 61.5%
2017 50.37 541st 1056 48.8%
2018 53.49 494th 1054 53.1%
2019 39.81 697th 1130 38.3%
2021 26.31 810th 1107 26.8%
2022 31.80 798th 1169 31.7%
2023 37.24 725th 1169 38.0%
2024 32.02 796th 1168 31.8%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.79 117th 212 44.8%
2019 51.06 164th 303 45.9%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.00 197th 333 40.8%
2019 60.04 53rd 248 78.6%
2022 57.64 53rd 213 75.1%
2023 46.40 111th 254 56.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 56.58 217th 637 65.9%
2019 31.78 391st 566 30.9%
2022 36.12 305th 478 36.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.74 329th 835 60.6%
2019 26.95 796th 979 18.7%
2021 30.05 636th 854 25.5%
2022 35.78 692nd 1019 32.1%
2023 47.71 527th 1013 48.0%
2024 35.64 701st 1024 31.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.04 515th 1004 48.7%
2019 39.91 685th 1068 35.9%
2021 18.58 860th 1008 14.7%
2022 24.92 862nd 1100 21.6%
2023 44.41 594th 1094 45.7%
2024 29.42 786th 1093 28.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 55.83 444th 999 55.6%
2019 40.92 659th 1075 38.7%
2021 32.90 669th 1025 34.7%
2022 38.70 656th 1113 41.1%
2023 31.48 765th 1099 30.4%
2024 34.99 717th 1099 34.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.58 265th 540 50.9%
2019 51.91 314th 697 54.9%
2021 15.46 476th 501 5.0%
2022 26.29 552nd 694 20.5%
2023 36.83 414th 633 34.6%
2024 22.40 545th 651 16.3%
See the entire list of Best Washington Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Columbia Valley Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 52.74 407th 833 51.1%
2019 25.04 839th 1027 18.3%
2021 27.40 715th 943 24.2%
2022 32.27 742nd 1031 28.0%
2023 35.99 676th 1011 33.1%
2024 31.33 731st 1009 27.6%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 4.7)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Monday, April 11, 2016

Open Quote Columbia Valley Elementary is an amazing school, it has the most amazing teachers and Principal Mr. Fernandez. The facilities are fantastic and I love how passionate the staff are about their students and their school.

We have multiple fun events during the year and lots of after school clubs and learning activities for our community.

I wouldn't want my children to be anywhere else.

Maria Sheehan Close Quote



Enrollment information for Columbia Valley Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2005 393 30 76 22 5 n/a n/a 0 526
2006 380 28 81 30 6 n/a n/a 2 527
2007 353 22 82 28 5 n/a n/a 20 510
2008 390 16 81 38 5 n/a n/a 27 557
2009 384 18 84 33 4 n/a n/a 43 566
2010 344 17 76 43 4 n/a n/a 40 524
2011 329 24 67 63 1 3 24 0 511
2012 320 21 60 73 0 4 31 0 509
2013 324 22 53 77 0 6 30 0 512
2014 307 22 47 74 1 1 40 0 492
2015 311 20 49 80 1 2 40 0 503
2016 328 20 57 92 0 3 53 0 553
2017 331 23 53 111 1 5 55 0 579
2018 319 25 52 112 1 3 59 0 571
2019 294 23 56 117 2 6 62 0 560
2020 278 19 43 119 2 6 62 0 529
2021 205 23 37 105 2 5 50 0 427
2022 192 17 30 107 1 4 44 0 395
2023 188 17 33 118 1 2 46 1 406

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Columbia Valley Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 526 n/a n/a 17.5
2006 527 28.1 18.8 21.7
2007 510 25.8 19.8 26.7
2008 557 26.8 20.8 24.9
2009 566 28.8 19.7 26.2
2010 524 27.9 18.7 36
2011 511 28.7 17.7 33.5
2012 509 30.6 16.6 38.5
2013 512 30.5 16.7 41
2014 492 n/a n/a 37.2
2015 503 35.0 14.3 35.8
2016 553 31.0 17.8 40.1
2017 579 31.4 18.4 42.1
2018 571 31.8 17.9 41.2
2019 560 33.8 16.5 40.4
2020 529 33.4 15.8 42.3
2021 427 30.1 14.1 43.3
2022 395 31.0 12.7 51.4
2023 406 27.3 14.8 52.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Columbia Valley Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 526 n/a n/a 17.5
2006 527 28.1 18.8 21.7
2007 510 25.8 19.8 26.7
2008 557 26.8 20.8 24.9
2009 566 28.8 19.7 26.2
2010 524 27.9 18.7 36
2011 511 28.7 17.7 33.5
2012 509 30.6 16.6 38.5
2013 512 30.5 16.7 41
2014 492 n/a n/a 37.2
2015 503 35.0 14.3 35.8
2016 553 31.0 17.8 40.1
2017 579 31.4 18.4 42.1
2018 571 31.8 17.9 41.2
2019 560 33.8 16.5 40.4
2020 529 33.4 15.8 42.3
2021 427 30.1 14.1 43.3
2022 395 31.0 12.7 51.4
2023 406 27.3 14.8 52.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Columbia Valley Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussisMeaslesMumpsRubellaTetanus
201676.5%0.0%1.0%3.1%82.7%84.7%82.7%84.7%84.7%84.7%
201757.8%0.0%0.0%0.0%2.2%60.0%62.2%74.4%65.6%64.4%62.2%
201851.1%0.0%0.0%0.0%3.4%65.9%67.1%73.9%60.2%67.1%67.1%
201980.7%0.0%0.0%2.4%1.2%84.3%83.1%89.2%85.5%85.5%83.1%
202077.2%2.5%0.0%0.0%1.3%79.8%79.8%89.9%83.5%79.8%83.5%83.5%83.5%79.8%
202192.9%1.8%0.0%0.0%1.8%92.9%92.9%96.4%92.9%92.9%94.6%94.6%94.6%92.9%
202291.2%5.9%0.0%1.5%1.5%94.1%94.1%92.7%94.1%94.1%95.6%95.6%95.6%94.1%
202386.6%1.5%0.0%4.5%1.5%94.0%89.6%94.0%92.5%89.6%94.0%94.0%94.0%89.6%
202486.2%6.9%1.7%3.5%1.7%93.1%91.4%93.1%91.4%89.7%93.1%93.1%93.1%91.4%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

Columbia Valley Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201982.0%0.0%0.4%2.1%97.0%97.0%97.2%96.8%96.8%97.0%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Columbia Valley Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $875 (6.1%) $13,385 (93.9%) $14,260
2020 $652 (6.8%) $8,972 (93.2%) $9,624
2021 $1,324 (7.8%) $15,752 (92.2%) $17,077
2022 $2,645 (13.7%) $16,672 (86.3%) $19,317

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Columbia Valley Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 697th of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 725th of 1169 Elementary schools
 0.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Columbia Valley Elementary)47.445.3
 2.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Evergreen School District (Clark))48.339.4
 8.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Columbia Valley Elementary)55.741.3
 14.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Evergreen School District (Clark))49.538.4
 11.1%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Columbia Valley Elementary)42.747.5
 4.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Evergreen School District (Clark))50.340.4
 9.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Columbia Valley Elementary)44.942.4
 2.6%
   4th Grade Math (Evergreen School District (Clark))47.138.5
 8.6%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.949.4
 5.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Columbia Valley Elementary)63.837.9
 25.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Evergreen School District (Clark))54.537.8
 16.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Columbia Valley Elementary)4538.5
 6.5%
   5th Grade Math (Evergreen School District (Clark))41.725.8
 15.9%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Columbia Valley Elementary)51.943.3
 8.6%
   5th Grade Science (Evergreen School District (Clark))48.841.3
 7.5%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Columbia Valley Elementary)50.843.4
 7.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Evergreen School District (Clark))51.539.2
 12.3%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Columbia Valley Elementary)48.940.6
 8.2%
   All Grades Math (Evergreen School District (Clark))40.828.3
 12.5%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Columbia Valley Elementary)51.943.3
 8.6%
   All Grades Science (Evergreen School District (Clark))46.240.3
 5.9%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students560406
 27.5%
African American2317
 26.1%
American Indian21
 50%
Asian5633
 41.1%
Hispanic117118
 0.9%
Pacific Islander62
 66.7%
White294188
 36.1%
Two or More Races6246
 25.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients40.4%52.7%
 12.4%

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Students at Columbia Valley Elementary are 46% White, 29% Hispanic, 11% Two or more races, 8% Asian, 4% African American.

Columbia Valley Elementary ranks 796th of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Columbia Valley Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Shahala Middle School
High : Union High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 406 students attended Columbia Valley Elementary.


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