Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Columbus Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Columbus Elementary serves the northwest part of Columbus, GA, covering an area of approximately 20.7 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Columbus Elementary School's student population of 737 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Columbus Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Columbus Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#596 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Columbus Elementary School's ranking?
North Columbus Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Columbus Elementary School often compared to?
North Columbus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Double Churches Elementary School, Eagle Ridge Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend North Columbus Elementary School?
737 students attend North Columbus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of North Columbus Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Columbus Elementary School?
North Columbus Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Columbus Elementary School offer ?
North Columbus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Columbus Elementary School part of?
North Columbus Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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