Columbia River High School

Excellent school for motivated students. My IB sophomore loves it. CR has a variety of sports and clubs as well as high standard academics. There is no PTA but they seem to do fine without it. This is a traditional high school that is outstanding in terms of academic results. The schools in Vancouver are overall surprisingly good. From what I have heard next door in Portland the schools have serious problems.
--Submitted by a parent

I go there :) Its very nice! I like the uniqueness of the building :)
--Submitted by a student

For college bound students who enjoy the high school experience you won't find a better combination of high academic standards, competitive athletics, social activities, and dedicated staff. My third full IB diploma child will graduate this spring and I have no doubt will be well prepared for college. Between the three, they have participated in Band, Football, Soccer, Track, NHS, link crew, rally, IB and whatever the group we have found the faculty to be interested, caring and supportive; the parents are actively involved, and the kids are outstanding.
--Submitted by a parent

From Vancouver, nine of the ten National Merit Scholarship finalists for 2007 came from Columbia River High. I'm very happy with the academic level this school provided my son over the last four years.
--Submitted by a parent

Columbia River is a great school and if not the best, one of the best schools for advanced/challenging courses. I am a current student in the school. The IB program is a great place for students who are willing to do the extra work and from what I have heard, is a great preparation for college. However, less motivated students may find themselves struggling within the program. The Full IB option for students, beginning from the Junior year is a rigorous course and nearly the entire day at school is dedicated to IB course work. Less than 30 students, I believe take this option. Students can also choose to select a few IB classes with the others at the standard level. This is the most popular choice. The teachers are very helpful and personable. I would say all except a select few are very competent.
--Submitted by W C, a student

awsome school, man this has to be on of the best schools i have ever been to, except sonora of course, but thats in cali., anyways i love that they have an IB system, i took the test already but then heard i had to move and was scared i wouldn't be able to take those classes
--Submitted by a student

This school has a lot of great programs and a very dedicated staff. Every teacher I have worked with has been wonderful.
--Submitted by a student

Quality of academics great! Parent involvement awesome and that is what makes it work.
--Submitted by a parent

Oustanding academic programs and first rate teachers, This is a great community for adolescents to find their place and prepare for adulthood
--Submitted by a teacher

Love it all. Such a great atomosphere and people are so genuine. No childish drama either. The school is filled with spirit for the sports teams and filled with passion to learn.
--Submitted by a student