For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 227 students in Columbus, MT.
The top-ranked public high school in Columbus, MT is Columbus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbus, MT public high school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public high schools.
Columbus, MT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Columbus High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public High Schools in Columbus, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbus High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
433 N 3rd St
Columbus, MT 59019
(406) 322-5373
Columbus, MT 59019
(406) 322-5373
Gr: 9-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Columbus, MT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Columbus, MT include Columbus High School.
How many public high schools are located in Columbus?
1 public high schools are located in Columbus.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?
Columbus public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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