Columbia River High School is a public high school in Vancouver, Washington, United States. It is part of the Vancouver Public Schools system and opened in 1962. Columbia River has over 1,200 students. Columbia River is a magnet school in the VSD for the International Baccalaureate Program.
Serving 1,138 students in grades 9-12, Columbia River High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia River High serves the northwest part of Vancouver, WA, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.4 miles and the furthest edge located 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbia River High School's student population of 1,138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect. Integrity. Value. Excellence. Responsibility.
School Rankings
Columbia River High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia River High School is 0.57, 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
#446 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Rapids, 2021– (chieftain, 1962–2020)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia River High School's ranking?
Columbia River High School is ranked #446 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Columbia River High School often compared to?
Columbia River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia River High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia River High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Columbia River High School?
1,138 students attend Columbia River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Columbia River High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia River High School?
Columbia River High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia River High School offer ?
Columbia River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia River High School part of?
Columbia River High School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbia River High School located?
Columbia River High School is located in the Felida Starcrest neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Felida Starcrest.
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