Serving 227 students in grades 9-12, Columbus High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbus High School serves the entire district of Columbus, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 326.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbus High School's student population of 227 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Columbus High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#508 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus High School's ranking?
Columbus High School is ranked #508 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Columbus High School often compared to?
Columbus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Absarokee 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 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus High School is 90%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbus High School?
227 students attend Columbus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Columbus High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus High School?
Columbus High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Columbus High School offer ?
Columbus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbus High School part of?
Columbus High School is part of Columbus High School District.
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