Below Average
#988 of 1,226 schools in OR
Innovations Academy
School · North Wasco County SD 21
3601 W 10th St, The Dalles, OR 97058
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#988 of 1,226
In The Dalles
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
North Wasco County SD 21
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Innovations Academy
Innovations Academy is a public school in The Dalles, OR, part of North Wasco County SD 21. Innovations Academy serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Innovations Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #988 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Innovations Academy show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- OR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Innovations Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Innovations Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Innovations Academy — Students at Innovations Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Innovations Academy Compares
See how Innovations Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3601 W 10th St, The Dalles, OR 97058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Innovations Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dufur School (rated 7.8/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Dufur), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wishram High And Elementary Schl (rated 6.8/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Wishram), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Klickitat Elem & High (rated 5.1/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Klickitat), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in The Dalles, see our The Dalles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chenowith Elementary School The Dalles | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ST MARYS ACADEMY The Dalles | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Colonel Wright Elementary School The Dalles | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| The Dalles High School The Dalles | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| The Dalles Middle School The Dalles | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Dry Hollow Elementary School The Dalles | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 5.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Lyle Middle School Lyle | 5.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 9.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Dufur School Dufur | 12.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Klickitat Elem & High Klickitat | 13.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Wishram High And Elementary Schl Wishram | 13.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon | 14.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon | 14.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 14.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 15.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 15.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 15.3 mi | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 15.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,257
Median Home Value
$332,500
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
20,540
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
15.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kings Valley Charter School Philomath, OR | 4.3 |
| South Valley Academy Rogue River, OR | 4.3 |
| Eddyville Charter School Eddyville, OR | 4.9 |
| Prairie City School Prairie City, OR | 5.1 |
| PAIDEIA CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gladstone, OR | 5.3 |
| HIGH DESERT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prineville, OR | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Innovations Academy
What grades does Innovations Academy serve?
Innovations Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Innovations Academy?
Innovations Academy has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovations Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Innovations Academy is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Innovations Academy rank in OR?
Innovations Academy ranks #988 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Innovations Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Innovations Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Innovations Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Innovations Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Innovations Academy a charter school?
No, Innovations Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Innovations Academy a Title I school?
No, Innovations Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Innovations Academy?
45.9% of students at Innovations Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wasco County
- Phone
- (541) 506-3410
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
North Wasco County SD 21- District Enrollment
- 2,847
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,322
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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