WOODBURN ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS ACADEMY

Woodburn Arts and Communications Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Woodburn SD 103 school district, located in Woodburn, OR with about 371 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Woodburn Arts and Communications Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Woodburn Arts and Communications Academy (WACA) is a public high school located in Woodburn, Oregon, operating as a specialized small school within the larger Woodburn School District. The academy is designed to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation while integrating a focused curriculum in the arts and multimedia communications. By emphasizing creative expression and digital literacy, the school aims to prepare students for both higher education and professional pathways in fields such as graphic design, broadcasting, journalism, and the fine arts.

As part of the Woodburn School District’s "small schools" initiative, WACA fosters a personalized learning environment where students benefit from strong teacher-student relationships and a collaborative, project-based culture. The school encourages students to engage deeply with their community through performances, exhibitions, and media projects, helping them develop both technical skills and the critical thinking necessary to succeed in a modern, interconnected workforce. Through this unique blend of traditional academics and creative specialization, WACA strives to cultivate innovative thinkers and effective communicators.

For more information, contact Woodburn Arts and Communications Academy at (503) 980-6250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.