Serving 1,926 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 1,926 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
32%
15%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #623 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Columbia High School often compared to?
Columbia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Orange High School, Livingston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 86%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
1,926 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Columbia High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Columbia High School offer ?
Columbia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbia High School part of?
Columbia High School is part of South Orange-Maplewood School District.
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