Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Columbia High And Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia High and Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hunters, WA, encompassing approximately 253.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia High And Elementary School's student population of 121 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia High And Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High And Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1993 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
13%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
29%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High And Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia High And Elementary School is ranked #1993 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Columbia High And Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia High And Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High And Elementary School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High And Elementary School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Columbia High And Elementary School?
121 students attend Columbia High And Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Columbia High And Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia High And Elementary School?
Columbia High And Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia High And Elementary School offer ?
Columbia High And Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbia High And Elementary School part of?
Columbia High And Elementary School is part of Columbia (Stevens) School District.
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