Columbia Central High School is a small, rural public high school in central Pennsylvania that was founded in 1960. It is commonly known in the area as "Central". The district consists of a high school, middle school, and elementary school operated by the Central Columbia School District.
Serving 601 students in grades 9-12, Central Columbia Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Columbia SHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bloomsburg, PA, covering approximately 78.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Columbia Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Columbia Sr. High School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Central Columbia Sr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Columbia Sr. High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#387 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Blue Jay
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Columbia Sr. High School's ranking?
Central Columbia Sr. High School is ranked #387 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Columbia Sr. High School often compared to?
Central Columbia Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloomsburg Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Columbia Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Central Columbia Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Central Columbia Sr. High School?
601 students attend Central Columbia Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Central Columbia Sr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Columbia Sr. High School?
Central Columbia Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Columbia Sr. High School offer ?
Central Columbia Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Columbia Sr. High School part of?
Central Columbia Sr. High School is part of Central Columbia School District.
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