Serving 1,141 students in grades 9-12, Columbia Heights Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia Heights Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Heights Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbia Heights Senior High School's student population of 1,141 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating worlds of opportunity for each and every learner.
School Rankings
Columbia Heights Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Heights Senior High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1577 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
51%
12%
Black
30%
12%
White
12%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Heights Senior High School's ranking?
Columbia Heights Senior High School is ranked #1577 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Columbia Heights Senior High School often compared to?
Columbia Heights Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fridley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia Heights Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia Heights Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Columbia Heights Senior High School?
1,141 students attend Columbia Heights Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Columbia Heights Senior High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Heights Senior High School?
Columbia Heights Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Columbia Heights Senior High School offer ?
Columbia Heights Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Heights Senior High School part of?
Columbia Heights Senior High School is part of Columbia Heights Public School District.
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