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Fruit Valley Elementary School

Summary:

Fruit Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vancouver, Washington, serving 190 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. Despite its relatively high per-student spending and small class sizes, the school consistently ranks among the lowest-performing elementary schools in the state, with significantly below-average academic proficiency rates across all grade levels and subject areas.

Fruit Valley Elementary School's student population is more diverse and economically disadvantaged compared to nearby schools in the Vancouver School District. The school has a higher percentage of Hispanic (44.21%) and Pacific Islander (7.89%) students, as well as a significantly higher percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds (87.37% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch). These demographic factors may be contributing to the school's persistent academic underperformance, which has shown no improvement over the past decade.

When compared to nearby schools like Minnehaha Elementary, Lake Shore Elementary, and Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary, Fruit Valley Elementary School's academic proficiency rates are significantly lower, despite its higher per-student spending and smaller class sizes. This raises questions about the effectiveness of the school's resource allocation and the need for targeted interventions to address the specific challenges faced by its diverse and economically disadvantaged student population.


Detail:

Public K-5

 3410 NW Fruit Valley Rd
       Vancouver, WA  98680-1215

(360) 313-1900

District: Vancouver School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1155th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $24,778 Help


Students who attend Fruit Valley Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Discovery Middle School
High:    Hudson's Bay High School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.0 Help
Number of students:  190

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
44.2%
White:
30.5%
Two or more races:
9.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  87.4% Help


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Compare Details Fruit Valley Elementary School ranks worse than 98.9% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks last among 21 ranked elementary schools in the Vancouver School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 3.8. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Fruit Valley Elementary School has the smallest elementary school student body size in the Vancouver School District. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (44.2%), White (30.5%), two or more races (9.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 87.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Vancouver School District. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Fruit Valley Elementary School is 11, which is the lowest among 21 elementary schools in the Vancouver School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Fruit Valley Elementary School is $24,778, which is the highest among 21 elementary schools in the Vancouver School District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Fruit Valley Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Fruit Valley Elementary School 1155th of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Fruit Valley Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


Low Socio Economic Status students:


Vancouver School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Vancouver School District 159th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Fruit Valley Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Fruit Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 8.57 980th 1026 4.5%
2005 13.86 938th 1031 9.0%
2006 13.81 969th 1051 7.8%
2007 7.11 1033rd 1069 3.4%
2008 8.54 1020th 1067 4.4%
2009 15.27 967th 1072 9.8%
2010 9.24 1043rd 1088 4.1%
2011 8.11 1055th 1092 3.4%
2012 8.07 1056th 1097 3.7%
2013 16.73 998th 1106 9.8%
2015 3.89 1049th 1067 1.7%
2016 1.81 1047th 1053 0.6%
2017 5.22 1033rd 1056 2.2%
2018 4.60 1033rd 1054 2.0%
2019 5.87 1101st 1130 2.6%
2022 3.50 1165th 1169 0.3%
2023 5.98 1142nd 1169 2.3%
2024 3.80 1155th 1168 1.1%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Fruit Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 18.95 316th 333 5.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Fruit Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 9.03 960th 979 1.9%
2022 7.54 1009th 1019 1.0%
2023 7.62 990th 1013 2.3%
2024 5.80 1011th 1024 1.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Fruit Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 2.21 1000th 1004 0.4%
2019 4.41 1054th 1068 1.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Fruit Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 10.65 937th 999 6.2%
2019 11.51 997th 1075 7.3%
2022 5.65 1098th 1113 1.3%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Fruit Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 16.91 503rd 540 6.9%
2019 21.56 600th 697 13.9%
2022 12.66 677th 694 2.4%
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Rank History for White students at Fruit Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 6.26 1002nd 1027 2.4%
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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

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, June 19, 2009

Open Quote This school has the best students you could ask for.
The teachers are fantastic. The teachers are so well prepared that fruit valley has over 20 1st,2nd,3rd,4th and 5th graders
that are going to be above and beyond there grade level
in all subjects that they will eventually will be an honor
students. We will be so thankful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Also the teachers work with the children one on one and all together.Just to make sure your student gets the help that is needed. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Fruit Valley Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 178 11 1 10 11 n/a n/a 0 211
1989 194 14 5 12 11 n/a n/a 0 236
1990 198 14 6 20 11 n/a n/a 0 249
1991 171 8 6 19 7 n/a n/a 0 211
1992 188 8 4 18 14 n/a n/a 0 232
1993 142 12 8 13 14 n/a n/a 0 189
1994 147 6 9 17 8 n/a n/a 0 187
1995 154 3 10 20 7 n/a n/a 0 194
1996 154 3 10 20 7 n/a n/a 0 194
1997 153 12 8 22 7 n/a n/a 0 202
1998 139 8 5 28 10 n/a n/a 0 190
1999 106 12 8 29 12 n/a n/a 0 167
2000 123 11 7 37 12 n/a n/a 0 190
2001 124 12 6 41 5 n/a n/a 0 188
2002 111 8 4 50 8 n/a n/a 0 181
2003 111 8 4 50 8 n/a n/a 0 181
2004 124 11 4 35 9 n/a n/a 0 183
2005 97 10 6 29 6 n/a n/a 0 148
2006 130 15 6 32 8 n/a n/a 9 200
2007 134 13 10 42 7 n/a n/a 8 214
2008 140 13 8 50 2 n/a n/a 7 220
2009 149 11 7 59 3 n/a n/a 7 236
2010 134 12 12 69 3 n/a n/a 16 246
2011 130 9 0 89 4 8 11 0 251
2012 130 8 1 77 3 8 15 0 242
2013 119 6 3 83 2 14 14 0 241
2014 113 5 2 82 1 14 20 0 237
2015 109 11 2 90 3 12 17 0 244
2016 108 13 4 139 3 7 17 0 291
2017 102 6 5 139 1 10 25 0 288
2018 87 6 5 135 0 8 31 0 272
2019 77 10 4 121 2 16 33 0 263
2020 79 12 5 99 2 9 32 0 238
2021 53 10 3 89 0 10 25 0 190
2022 52 7 3 75 0 10 20 0 167
2023 58 11 2 84 2 15 18 0 190

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 Fruit Valley Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 211 10.0 21.1 0
1989 236 11.0 21.4 n/a
1990 249 11.8 21.1 0
1991 211 11.9 17.7 n/a
1992 232 11.7 19.8 n/a
1993 189 10.1 18.7 n/a
1994 187 8.8 21.3 n/a
1995 194 10.9 17.8 n/a
1996 194 10.9 17.8 n/a
1997 202 11.7 17.3 n/a
1998 190 10.0 19.0 n/a
1999 167 9.6 17.4 n/a
2000 190 9.0 21.1 n/a
2001 188 8.5 22.1 n/a
2002 181 10.0 18.1 82.3
2003 181 10.0 18.1 82.3
2004 183 12.0 15.3 78.7
2005 148 12.0 12.3 85.1
2006 200 13.6 14.7 84.3
2007 214 13.5 15.9 88.3
2008 220 13.0 16.9 80.3
2009 236 13.0 18.2 82.5
2010 246 12.9 19.0 90.9
2011 251 15.2 16.4 78.1
2012 242 14.5 16.6 87.6
2013 241 14.2 16.9 88
2014 237 n/a n/a 81.9
2015 244 17.0 14.3 85.7
2016 291 17.0 17.1 81.8
2017 288 20.5 14.0 84.4
2018 272 21.1 12.8 82
2019 263 20.1 13.0 81.7
2020 238 20.1 11.8 84
2021 190 16.7 11.3 76.8
2022 167 14.9 11.1 77.8
2023 190 17.2 11.0 87.4

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 Fruit Valley Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 211 10.0 21.1 0
1989 236 11.0 21.4 n/a
1990 249 11.8 21.1 0
1991 211 11.9 17.7 n/a
1992 232 11.7 19.8 n/a
1993 189 10.1 18.7 n/a
1994 187 8.8 21.3 n/a
1995 194 10.9 17.8 n/a
1996 194 10.9 17.8 n/a
1997 202 11.7 17.3 n/a
1998 190 10.0 19.0 n/a
1999 167 9.6 17.4 n/a
2000 190 9.0 21.1 n/a
2001 188 8.5 22.1 n/a
2002 181 10.0 18.1 82.3
2003 181 10.0 18.1 82.3
2004 183 12.0 15.3 78.7
2005 148 12.0 12.3 85.1
2006 200 13.6 14.7 84.3
2007 214 13.5 15.9 88.3
2008 220 13.0 16.9 80.3
2009 236 13.0 18.2 82.5
2010 246 12.9 19.0 90.9
2011 251 15.2 16.4 78.1
2012 242 14.5 16.6 87.6
2013 241 14.2 16.9 88
2014 237 n/a n/a 81.9
2015 244 17.0 14.3 85.7
2016 291 17.0 17.1 81.8
2017 288 20.5 14.0 84.4
2018 272 21.1 12.8 82
2019 263 20.1 13.0 81.7
2020 238 20.1 11.8 84
2021 190 16.7 11.3 76.8
2022 167 14.9 11.1 77.8
2023 190 17.2 11.0 87.4

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

Fruit Valley Elementary School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussisMeaslesMumpsRubellaTetanus
201689.4%0.0%0.0%0.0%93.6%97.9%100.0%93.6%95.7%97.9%
201785.7%0.0%0.0%2.4%2.4%90.5%88.1%97.6%90.5%88.1%88.1%
201890.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%2.5%92.5%92.5%92.5%92.5%92.5%92.5%
201992.3%0.0%0.0%2.6%2.6%94.9%94.9%94.9%94.9%94.9%94.9%
202097.3%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%97.3%97.3%97.3%97.3%97.3%97.3%97.3%97.3%97.3%
202188.5%3.9%0.0%3.9%0.0%92.3%88.5%96.2%92.3%88.5%92.3%92.3%92.3%88.5%
202289.3%3.6%0.0%7.1%3.6%96.4%89.3%96.4%96.4%89.3%96.4%96.4%96.4%89.3%
202364.3%10.7%0.0%10.7%7.1%71.4%71.4%82.1%67.9%71.4%78.6%78.6%78.6%71.4%
202492.3%3.9%0.0%0.0%0.0%92.3%92.3%92.3%92.3%92.3%92.3%92.3%92.3%92.3%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

Fruit Valley Elementary School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201995.1%0.0%0.4%2.3%98.9%98.9%98.5%98.1%98.1%98.9%

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

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,799 (9.6%) $17,023 (90.4%) $18,823
2020 $1,748 (10.7%) $14,597 (89.3%) $16,345
2021 $2,640 (12.1%) $19,170 (87.9%) $21,810
2022 $3,553 (14.3%) $21,225 (85.7%) $24,778

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Fruit Valley Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 1101st of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 1142nd of 1169 Elementary schools
 0.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Fruit Valley Elementary School)30.218.2
 12.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Vancouver School District)50.742.1
 8.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Fruit Valley Elementary School)25.618.2
 7.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Vancouver School District)51.641.6
 10%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Fruit Valley Elementary School)23.917.7
 6.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Vancouver School District)50.842.6
 8.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Fruit Valley Elementary School)23.414.3
 9.1%
   4th Grade Math (Vancouver School District)46.239
 7.2%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.947.2
 7.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Fruit Valley Elementary School)33.322.2
 11.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Vancouver School District)55.646.6
 9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Fruit Valley Elementary School)22.218.5
 3.7%
   5th Grade Math (Vancouver School District)42.434
 8.4%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Fruit Valley Elementary School)26.714.8
 11.9%
   5th Grade Science (Vancouver School District)46.347.4
 1.2%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Fruit Valley Elementary School)29.119.2
 10%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Vancouver School District)53.544.5
 9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Fruit Valley Elementary School)23.713.8
 9.9%
   All Grades Math (Vancouver School District)4331
 12%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Fruit Valley Elementary School)26.714.8
 11.9%
   All Grades Science (Vancouver School District)45.743.3
 2.4%
   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 Students263190
 27.8%
African American1011
 10%
American Indian22
Asian42
 50%
Hispanic12184
 30.6%
Pacific Islander1615
 6.3%
White7758
 24.7%
Two or More Races3318
 45.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients81.7%87.4%
 5.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fruit Valley Elementary School

In the 2022-23 school year, 190 students attended Fruit Valley Elementary School.

Fruit Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 1.1% of Washington elementary schools.

Students who attend Fruit Valley Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Discovery Middle School
High : Hudson's Bay High School

Students at Fruit Valley Elementary School are 44% Hispanic, 31% White, 9% Two or more races, 8% Pacific Islander, 6% African American, 1% Asian, 1% American Indian.


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