Columbus East High School is one of three high schools in Columbus, Indiana, United States. East is a member of the Hoosier Hills Conference in athletics and has a total of 5 IHSAA state championships. It was founded in 1972 due to the growing educational demands of the community.
Serving 1,452 students in grades 9-12, Columbus East High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbus East High School serves the eastern part of the Columbus, IN school district, covering an area of approximately 149.5 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Columbus East High School's student population of 1,452 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Motto
'We, the community of Columbus East High School, share the commitment of encouraging growth through involvement and unity in order to shape positive attitudes.'
School Rankings
Columbus East High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus East High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
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
83%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Brown
School Mascot
Olympians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus East High School's ranking?
Columbus East High School is ranked #782 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Columbus East High School often compared to?
Columbus East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus East High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus East High School is 83%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Columbus East High School?
1,452 students attend Columbus East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Columbus East High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus East High School?
Columbus East High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Columbus East High School offer ?
Columbus East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus East High School part of?
Columbus East High School is part of Bartholomew Con School Corp School District.
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