Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Columbus Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbus Elementary serves the southwest part of Glendale, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 0.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus Elementary School's student population of 488 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
488 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbus Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4017 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
71%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Elementary School's ranking?
Columbus Elementary School is ranked #4017 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Columbus Elementary School?
488 students attend Columbus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Columbus Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Elementary School?
Columbus Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Columbus Elementary School offer ?
Columbus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Columbus Elementary School part of?
Columbus Elementary School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Elementary School located?
Columbus Elementary School is located in the Vineyard neighborhood of Glendale, CA.
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