Columbia Industries–education in Kennewick, WA, serves co–ed students in grades 5 through 9 within a nonsectarian, central city alternative school setting.
Founded in 1963, the school has an enrollment of 8 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 and employs one teacher.
The student body is diverse, with 50% of students representing students of color, ranking the school in the top 20% of private schools in Washington for diversity.
As a small alternative school, Columbia Industries–education offers a focused learning environment within the Kennewick community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 5-9
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Columbia Industries-education ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
Year Founded
1963
Student Body
Total Students
8 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Empowering Individuals, Enriching Our Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Columbia Industries-education often compared to?
Columbia Industries-education is often viewed alongside schools like Calvary Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Columbia Industries-education?
The application deadline for Columbia Industries-education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Columbia Industries-education vs. Calvary Christian School
The nearest high school to Columbia Industries-education is Tri-city Adventist School (2.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Joseph's Catholic School (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
901 W 4th Avenue
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 586-0481
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 586-0481
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Heritage Preschool & Kindergarten
(Christian)
1350 S Rainier Street
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5608
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5608
1 miles
Gr: NS | 120 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Bethlehem Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2505 W. 27th Ave.
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Emmanuel Baptist Day Care
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1116 North 20th Avenue
Pasco, WA 99301
(805) 608-1685
Pasco, WA 99301
(805) 608-1685
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
St. Patrick Catholic School ![St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.]( "St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.")
(Catholic)
1016 N 14th Ave
Pasco, WA 99301
(253) 272-2297
Pasco, WA 99301
(253) 272-2297
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4115 W Henry St
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-8092
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-8092
2.9 miles
Gr: K-10 | 111 students
Riverview Baptist Christian Schools
(Baptist)
4921 W Wernett Rd
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-4564
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-4564
3.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
7900 W Court Street
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-6498
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-6498
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 149 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
9612 Saint Thomas Dr
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 546-2465
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 546-2465
6.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 197 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
901 W 4th Avenue
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 586-0481
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 586-0481
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Bethlehem Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2505 W. 27th Ave.
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Patrick Catholic School ![St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.]( "St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.")
(Catholic)
1016 N 14th Ave
Pasco, WA 99301
(253) 272-2297
Pasco, WA 99301
(253) 272-2297
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
St. Patrick's Catholic School
(Catholic)
1320 W Henry St
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 515-9323
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 515-9323
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students
4115 W Henry St
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-8092
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 547-8092
2.9 miles
Gr: K-10 | 111 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
901 W 4th Avenue
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 586-0481
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 586-0481
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Heritage Preschool & Kindergarten
(Christian)
1350 S Rainier Street
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5608
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5608
1 miles
Gr: NS | 120 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Bethlehem Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2505 W. 27th Ave.
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Emmanuel Baptist Day Care
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1116 North 20th Avenue
Pasco, WA 99301
(805) 608-1685
Pasco, WA 99301
(805) 608-1685
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
St. Patrick Catholic School ![St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.]( "St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.")
(Catholic)
1016 N 14th Ave
Pasco, WA 99301
(253) 272-2297
Pasco, WA 99301
(253) 272-2297
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kennewick High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 S Garfield St
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 222-7100
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 222-7100
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,921 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
125 S Conway Pl
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 222-5028
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 222-5028
0.5 miles
Gr: PK | 143 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Legacy High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4624 W 10th Ave
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6552
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6552
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 193 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Park Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1011 West 10th Avenue
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 222-6900
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 222-6900
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 688 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Mid-columbia Parent Partnership
Alternative School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5980 W 12th Ave
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-5036
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-5036
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 503 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
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