Serving 378 students in grades 3-5, Columbia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia Elementary School serves the entire district of Columbia, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 67.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically reach the school in 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Columbia Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
40%
45%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Marion Elementary School, West Marion Primary School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
378 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Columbia Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Elementary School part of?
Columbia Elementary School is part of Columbia School District.
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