Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Columbia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.47, 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
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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?
402 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Columbia Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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.
In what neighborhood is Columbia Elementary School located?
Columbia Elementary School is located in the Columbia neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Columbia.
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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