Serving 1,127 students in grades 9-12, Columbia City High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Columbia City High School's student population of 1,127 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia City High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia City High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#449 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
91%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia City High School's ranking?
Columbia City High School is ranked #449 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Columbia City High School often compared to?
Columbia City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitko Jr/sr High School, Norwell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia City High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia City High School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Columbia City High School?
1,127 students attend Columbia City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Columbia City High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia City High School?
Columbia City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Columbia City High School offer ?
Columbia City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbia City High School part of?
Columbia City High School is part of Whitley County Con Schools School District.
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