Columbus High School is a public high school located in Columbus, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Columbus Independent School District located in central Colorado County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Columbus High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbus High School's student population of 520 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Mascot
Cardinals
School Rankings
Columbus High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus High School is 0.59, 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
#3958 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus High School's ranking?
Columbus High School is ranked #3958 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Columbus High School often compared to?
Columbus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weimar High School, La Grange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Columbus High School?
520 students attend Columbus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Columbus High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus High School?
Columbus High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbus High School offer ?
Columbus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbus High School part of?
Columbus High School is part of Columbus Independent School District.
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