Vernonia High School

Vernonia High School is a regular public high school located in the rural community of Vernonia, Oregon. The school serves students from ninth through twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 176 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. Located at 1000 Missouri Avenue, Vernonia High School benefits from its small size and close-knit community atmosphere.

Vernonia High School’s academic performance is currently in the lower percentile among Oregon schools, ranking 1057 out of 1231 high schools in the state. The school's MySchoolScout Rating of 3.3/10 reflects areas where there is room for growth, particularly in math and ELA, with only 48% proficiency or above in reading and 20% proficiency or above in mathematics. Despite these challenges, Vernonia High School offers a supportive environment that focuses on student development and personal growth.

With dedicated teachers and small class sizes, students receive individual attention that helps them thrive academically and personally. Vernonia High School is situated in a rural area, providing students with a close-knit community where everyone knows each other. This setting fosters a strong sense of belonging and support among both students and staff.

With an enrollment of 176 students, Vernonia High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Vernonia High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.