Very Good
#77 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 20% of private schools
World Class Academy
High School
163 N MAIN ST, White Salmon, WA 98672
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#77 of 381
In White Salmon
#1 of 2
public schools
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World Class Academy
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About World Class Academy
World Class Academy is a private high school in White Salmon, WA. World Class Academy serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 2.5:1 student-teacher ratio. World Class Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, World Class 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.
At 2.5:1 students to teachers, World Class Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
World Class Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow World Class Academy compares to the 5 public schools in White Salmon, WA
Student Demographics
All Schools in White Salmon
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| World Class Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem | 7.6 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School | 6.8 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School | 6.2 |
| Columbia High School | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
163 N MAIN ST, White Salmon, WA 98672
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering World Class Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hood River Valley High School (rated 6.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Hood River), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lyle High School (rated 4.9/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Lyle), a more accessible option. Additionally, Columbia High School (rated 4.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in White Salmon, see our White Salmon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 1.0 mi | — |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Hood River | 2.0 mi | — |
| May Street Elementary School Hood River | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Hood River Middle School Hood River | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| MID-COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Westside Elementary School Hood River | 3.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Hood River Valley High School Hood River | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 5.2 mi | 6.7 |
| WyEast Middle School Hood River | 7.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook | 8.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Pacific Crest Innovation Academy Cook | 8.1 mi | — |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 10.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 10.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98672 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,256
Median Home Value
$623,100
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
7,036
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
47.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about World Class Academy
What grades does World Class Academy serve?
World Class Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend World Class Academy?
World Class Academy has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at World Class Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at World Class Academy is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does World Class Academy rank in WA?
World Class Academy ranks #77 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is World Class Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
World Class Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is World Class Academy a private school?
Yes, World Class Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is World Class Academy a religious school?
No, World Class Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Klickitat County
- Phone
- (530) 919-9162
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