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 21 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Salmon Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
White Salmon Academy's student population of 21 students has grown by 50% 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
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
The diversity score of White Salmon Academy is 0.63, 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)
(14-15)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
43%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of White Salmon Academy?
The graduation rate of White Salmon Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend White Salmon Academy?
21 students attend White Salmon Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of White Salmon Academy students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Salmon Academy?
White Salmon Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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