Columbia High School is a public high school in Columbia, Illinois. It is part of Columbia Community Unit School District 4.
Serving 606 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 51.7 square miles in Columbia, IL. Most students typically reside within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.2 miles and the furthest edge located 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We strive for excellence and high character.
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#892 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #892 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Columbia High School often compared to?
Columbia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterloo High School, Valmeyer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
606 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Columbia High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Columbia CUSD 4 School District.
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