For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,062 students in 98685, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 206 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 98685, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98685, WA are Felida Elementary School, Salmon Creek Elementary School and Chinook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98685 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98685, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98685, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Felida Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Nw 119th St
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-1750
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-1750
Gr: K-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Salmon Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Ne 129th St
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-2800
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-2800
Gr: K-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Chinook Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 Nw Bliss Rd
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-1600
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-1600
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Alki Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Nw Bliss Rd
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3200
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Skyview High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 Nw 139th St
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-4200
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,869 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Sacajawea Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Ne 112th St
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-2750
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-2750
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Nw 119th St
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3700
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98685, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98685, WA include Felida Elementary School, Salmon Creek Elementary School and Chinook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98685?
7 public schools are located in 98685.
What percentage of students in 98685 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 98685 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98685?
98685 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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