Serving 848 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 848 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6727 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
58%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #6727 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Columbia High School often compared to?
Columbia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sweeny High School, Brazoswood High School, Alvin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
848 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Columbia High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbia High School offer ?
Columbia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbia High School part of?
Columbia High School is part of Columbia-Brazoria ISD School District.
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