Serving 646 students in grades 7-12, Columbia Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbia Central High School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Central High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1250 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Central High School's ranking?
Columbia Central High School is ranked #1250 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Columbia Central High School often compared to?
Columbia Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanoverhorton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia Central High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Columbia Central High School?
646 students attend Columbia Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Columbia Central High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Central High School?
Columbia Central High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Central High School offer ?
Columbia Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Columbia Central High School part of?
Columbia Central High School is part of Columbia School District.
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