Schools, Where can I learn more about the area?
Schools in the Columbia Gorge
Schools in the Columbia Gorge vary in size, but each one places a strong focus on education and guidance for children of all ages. Instructors recognize the importance of academics, athletics, art, and all other major disciplines of education. There are five main county school districts located in the heart of the Columbia Gorge area. Wasco County, Hood River County, Skamania County, Klickitat County, and Sherman County all have pre-schools, elementary, middle, and high schools.
The majority of schools are public with a few private schools in the larger cities. Head Start and Montessori programs are also really popular for parents looking for a more hands-on learning experience. The size of school also varies greatly. Hood River High School for example has about 4 times as many students than Columbia High School in White Salmon.
Please view the websites below for more information on education in the Gorge:
Hood River County School District
Skamania County School District
Sherman County School District
