Columbia High School is a public high school located in West Columbia, Texas, United States. It is classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is the only senior high school in Columbia-Brazoria Independent School District which is located in southwest Brazoria County.
Serving 896 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 896 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
896 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6709 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
58%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roughnecks/lady Necks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #6709 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Columbia High School often compared to?
Columbia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sweeny High School, Brazoswood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX 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 Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
896 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Columbia High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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-Brazoria Independent School District.
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