Columbia Elementary School serves 387 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbia Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
387 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Columbia Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Columbia Elementary School part of?
Columbia Elementary School is part of Columbia Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
This just may be the finest Public Elementry School in the North State!I have two Grandchildre that attend Columbia and they are the recipients of terrific teaching and exceptional leadership. Clay, the new principal has done a terrific job in just his first year to improve security, child safety and education opportunities for the children. Thank You!
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