SALMON CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Salmon Creek Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Vancouver School District school district, located in VANCOUVER, WA with about 509 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, Salmon Creek Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Salmon Creek Elementary, located in the Salmon Creek area of Vancouver, Washington, is a primary school serving students within the Vancouver Public Schools district. The school is situated in a well-established community, fostering an environment that emphasizes academic growth and social-emotional development. As a neighborhood school, it plays a central role in the local community, focusing on providing a supportive foundation for young learners as they progress through their elementary education.

The school’s philosophy is rooted in the district's broader commitment to equity, innovation, and high-quality instruction. Salmon Creek Elementary prioritizes building strong relationships between students, staff, and families to create a safe and inclusive learning atmosphere. By leveraging modern educational resources and encouraging active parent involvement, the school aims to prepare its students for middle school transitions while nurturing a lifelong love of learning and a sense of belonging within the campus culture.

For more information, contact Salmon Creek Elementary at (360) 313-2800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1601 NE 129TH ST
VANCOUVER, WA 98685-3199
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SALMON CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in VANCOUVER, WA with about 509 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
509
Teachers:
28.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 509 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SALMON CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
76.0%
Hispanic/Latino
11.0%
Two or more races
8.4%
Asian
4.1%
Black or African American
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
53.2%
Male
46.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.