ONALASKA HIGH SCHOOL

Onalaska High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Onalaska School District school district, located in Onalaska, WA with about 235 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 14 teachers, Onalaska High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Onalaska High School, located at 540 Carlisle Ave. in Onalaska, Washington, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the rural Onalaska School District. As a small, community-oriented school, it emphasizes a supportive environment where students often benefit from closer relationships with faculty and staff. The school is known for its strong sense of community pride and its active participation in local traditions, which helps foster a tight-knit atmosphere for its student body.

Academically and extracurricularly, Onalaska High School provides a standard comprehensive curriculum complemented by various athletic programs and clubs that engage students outside of the classroom. Being situated in a smaller town, the school plays a vital role as a hub for local events and activities, reflecting the values of its surrounding community. It strives to prepare its graduates for post-secondary success by balancing core academic requirements with opportunities for personal growth and character development within a modest, focused setting.

For more information, contact Onalaska High School at (360) 978-4113 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.