Fort Vancouver High School, known as FVHS and Fort Vancouver High School Center for International Studies, is a public high school located in Vancouver, Washington.
Serving 1,365 students in grades 9-12, Fort Vancouver High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Vancouver High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fort Vancouver High School's student population of 1,365 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Fort Vancouver High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Vancouver High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1887 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
35%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trapper John And Trapper Jane
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Vancouver High School's ranking?
Fort Vancouver High School is ranked #1887 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fort Vancouver High School often compared to?
Fort Vancouver High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson's Bay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Vancouver High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Vancouver High School is 81%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fort Vancouver High School?
1,365 students attend Fort Vancouver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fort Vancouver High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Vancouver High School?
Fort Vancouver High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fort Vancouver High School offer ?
Fort Vancouver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Vancouver High School part of?
Fort Vancouver High School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Vancouver High School located?
Fort Vancouver High School is located in the Meadow Homes neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Meadow Homes.
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