Columbia High School is a public high school located in White Salmon, Washington. The school serves about 360 students in grades 9 to 12 in the White Salmon Valley School District. Columbia High School was named a Bronze Medal School in the 2008 U.S. News/SchoolMatters Best High School ratings.
White Salmon Academy serves 35 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: White Salmon Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in White Salmon, WA, covering approximately 169.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
White Salmon Academy's student population of 35 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of White Salmon Academy is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Bruin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of White Salmon Academy?
The graduation rate of White Salmon Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend White Salmon Academy?
35 students attend White Salmon Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of White Salmon Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Salmon Academy?
White Salmon Academy has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does White Salmon Academy offer ?
White Salmon Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Salmon Academy part of?
White Salmon Academy is part of White Salmon Valley School District.
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