CORBETT SCHOOL

Corbett School is a Title I public school that is part of the Corbett SD 39 school district, located in Corbett, OR with about 1,235 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 53 teachers, Corbett School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Corbett School, located in the scenic Columbia River Gorge, serves a small, close-knit community as a K-12 public district. Known for its rigorous academic culture and "choice" model, the district draws many students from outside its immediate boundaries, attracted by its reputation for high achievement and a unique educational philosophy that emphasizes mastery-based learning and interdisciplinary instruction. Despite its small size, the school consistently ranks among the top-performing districts in Oregon, often placing a heavy emphasis on college preparation and humanities-based curriculum.

The school’s environment is defined by its rural setting, which provides a distinctive backdrop for its small-classroom atmosphere and strong teacher-student relationships. Because Corbett operates as a single-site campus for its K-12 population, it fosters a unique sense of continuity and community where older students often serve as role models for younger ones. While the district is frequently recognized for its academic excellence, it also places significant value on extracurricular engagement and the integration of the surrounding natural landscape into the student experience.

For more information, contact Corbett School at (503) 261-4200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.