Number of schools: 21 elementary schools (K-5)
Seven middle schools* (6-8)
Six high schools* (9-12)
* includes Vancouver School of Arts and Academics (grades 6-12)
Early Childhood Center (preschool)
Fir Grove/Vista Program (1-12)
Scheduled school days: 180
School buses: 171 buses
Number of pupils transported daily: 15,000
Size of district: 58 square miles
Per-Pupil spending: $7,633 (2008-09 actual per pupil expenditure rate for instruction)
Average student-teacher ratio: Kindergarten-Grade 3 (22 to 1)
Grade 4-Grade 5 (26 to 1)
Grade 6-Grade 8 (26 to 1)
Grade 9-Grade 12 (28 to 1)
Districtwide K-12 (26 to 1)
Student characteristics: (2008-09 school year, unless otherwise noted)
Minority students as percentage of total enrollment
27%
Students enrolled in English Language Learner program
8%
Students with a home language other than English
18%
Number of different languages spoken by students
81
Students eligible for free- or reduced-price lunch
50%
Student enrollment stability (percent in district for the entire year)
89%
Students receiving special education services
13%
Gifted students enrolled in Challenge Program
4%
Students participating in summer programs
2,000
Schools that offer extended day activities
100%
Students enrolled in magnets and programs of choice
1,647
On-time graduation rate* (OSPI 2007-08) *This figure represents only those students who graduated within four years. Many more students graduate or get a GED within two more years.
65.5%
Employees:
Number of employees
3,000
Number of classroom teachers
1,278
Teachers’ average years of experience (2008-09)
12
Teachers with at least a master's degree
71%
Where is Vancouver, Washington?
Although Vancouver retains the charm of a small town, the bustling city of Portland, Oregon, lies just across the Columbia River. With mountains and ocean beaches only a few hours away, outdoor activities are plentiful.
