For the 2025 school year, there are 50 public schools serving 27,375 students in Columbus, GA (there are 17 private schools, serving 4,113 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Columbus, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Columbus, GA are Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, Columbus High School and Rainey Mccullers School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbus, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Columbus, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5801 Armour Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2617
Gr: K-5 | 510 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Columbus High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1700 Cherokee Ave
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2534
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2534
Gr: 9-12 | 1,131 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Rainey Mccullers School Of The Arts
(Math: 48% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1700 Midtown Dr
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-3304
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-3304
Gr: 6-12 | 347 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
North Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2006 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3183
Gr: PK-5 | 746 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Blackmon Road Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7251 Blackmon Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 565-2998
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Northside High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2002 American Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2920
Gr: 9-12 | 1,417 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #77.
Richards Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2892 Edgewood Rd
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 569-3697
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 569-3697
Gr: 6-8 | 809 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
Clubview Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2836 Edgewood Rd
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 565-3017
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 565-3017
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #99.
Eagle Ridge Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7576 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3746
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1010.
Double Churches Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1213 Double Churches Rd
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2660
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2660
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #1111.
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 1st Ave
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2702
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2702
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
Hannan Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1338 Talbotton Rd
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2744
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-2744
Gr: K-5 | 361 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1313.
Veterans Memorial Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2008 Old Guard Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-3203
Gr: 6-8 | 658 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1414.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3512 Weems Rd
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 748-2461
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1515.
Gentian Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4201 Primrose Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3625
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3625
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1616.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5201 23rd Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2418
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2418
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1717.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Woodlawn Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2795
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2795
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1818.
Waddell Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Miller Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3722
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3722
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1919.
Shaw High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7579 Raider Way
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 569-3638
Gr: 9-12 | 1,220 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #2020.
Wynnton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2303 Wynnton Rd
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-3147
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-3147
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #2121.
Reese Road Leadership Academy
(Math: 25% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Reese Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3684
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3684
Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #2222.
Hardaway High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2901 College Dr
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2766
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2766
Gr: 9-12 | 1,097 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #2323.
Carver High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 8th St
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2499
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2499
Gr: 9-12 | 903 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2424.
Dimon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
480 Dogwood Dr
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 683-8772
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 683-8772
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2525.
Double Churches Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7611 Whitesville Rd
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2678
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2678
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #2626.
Spencer High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Fort Benning Rd
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8701
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8701
Gr: 9-12 | 1,004 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #27 - 2827. - 28.
River Road Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
516 Heath Dr
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3072
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3072
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #27 - 2827. - 28.
Wesley Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Amber Dr
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3733
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 569-3733
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2929.
Jordan Vocational High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Howard Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2819
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2819
Gr: 9-12 | 969 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #3030.
Dorothy Height Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1458 Benning Dr
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8871
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8871
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3131.
South Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1964 Torch Hill Rd
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8833
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8833
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #32 - 3332. - 33.
Forrest Road Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6400 Forrest Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3061
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3061
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #32 - 3332. - 33.
Lonnie Jackson Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Buena Vista Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3039
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3039
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #3434.
Arnold Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2011 51st St
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2436
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2436
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #35 - 3635. - 36.
Rigdon Road Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1320 Rigdon Rd
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 565-2989
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 565-2989
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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Columbus, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academic And Career Success Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1112 29th St
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2399
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2399
Columbus Regional Youth Detention Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
3902 Schatulga Road
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 568-2498
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 568-2498
4150 Cusseta Rd
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8760
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8760
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Daniel Middle Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1042 Manchester Expy
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2590
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-2590
2701 11th Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 565-2965
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 565-2965
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
3835 Forest Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3048
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 565-3048
Gr: K-5 | 345 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
1830 Shepherd Dr
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2900
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 748-2900
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3900 Baker Plaza Dr
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8822
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8822
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
St. Elmo Center For Gifted Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2101 18th Ave
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-3115
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 748-3115
4408 St. Mary`s Road
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 685-7664
Columbus, GA 31907
(706) 685-7664
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Mary Ann Dr
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 685-7664
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 685-7664
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Teenage Parenting Center At Waverly Terrace (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2701 11th Ave
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3125
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 748-3125
Thirtieth Avenue Pre-school Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
151 30th Ave
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8863
Columbus, GA 31903
(706) 683-8863
Woodall Psychoeducational Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4312 Harrison Avenue
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 649-0760
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 649-0760
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Columbus, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Columbus, GA include Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy, Columbus High School and Rainey Mccullers School Of The Arts.
How many public schools are located in Columbus?
50 public schools are located in Columbus.
What percentage of students in Columbus go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Columbus are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?
Columbus public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Columbus are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Columbus include: Key Elementary School vs. Dorothy Height Elementary School, Shaw High School vs. Northside High School, Dimon Elementary School vs. Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy
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