Serving 1,257 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 1,257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#526 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
55%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #526 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Columbia High School often compared to?
Columbia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview High School, Nampa Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 78%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 79%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
1,257 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Columbia High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
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 Nampa School District.
School Calendar
View the Columbia High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day for Seniors (Calendar, District Calendar)
May 15, 2024 (Wednesday)
Middle School Open House for Incoming 6th Graders and New Students (District Calendar)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (Calendar, District Calendar)
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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