Pacific Crest Innovation Academy

28 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Pacific Crest Innovation Academy, located in Cook, Washington, operates as a unique educational environment that prioritizes personalized learning and forward-thinking instructional methods. Situated in the scenic Columbia River Gorge, the academy is designed to foster a culture of inquiry, creativity, and critical thinking. By leveraging its natural surroundings and small-school atmosphere, the institution focuses on equipping students with the adaptability and problem-solving skills necessary to navigate a rapidly changing global landscape.

The school emphasizes a student-centered approach, often integrating project-based learning and technological proficiency into its core curriculum. By moving beyond traditional classroom boundaries, Pacific Crest Innovation Academy encourages students to take ownership of their educational journey, allowing for a more customized academic experience that aligns with individual student interests and career goals. Through this innovative model, the academy aims to develop well-rounded, resilient learners who are prepared for both higher education and future professional opportunities.

Total Students

4.4

Full-Time Teachers

6.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

28.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pacific Crest Innovation Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	26
Hispanic	1

White
26 (96.3 %)
Hispanic
1 (3.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Mill A School District
Phone:	(509)538-2522
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	28
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	4.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	6.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	4
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 9

Grade 10 12

Grade 11 1

Grade 12 6