Columbus High School is a public high school in Columbus, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Columbus Public Schools district.
Serving 1,295 students in grades 9-12, Columbus High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Columbus High School's student population of 1,295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1860
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Columbus High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus High School is 0.55, 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
#523 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
47%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Discoverers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus High School's ranking?
Columbus High School is ranked #523 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus High School is 84%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Columbus High School?
1,295 students attend Columbus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Columbus High School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus High School?
Columbus High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Columbus High School offer ?
Columbus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus High School part of?
Columbus High School is part of Columbus School District.
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