Elementary Schools in Columbia County

The 17 elementary schools located in Columbia County, Georgia serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, with student populations ranging from around 450 to over 1,150. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools in the county, with several standout institutions leading the way.

The top-ranked schools in the county are River Ridge Elementary, North Columbia Elementary, and Greenbrier Elementary, all of which have earned 5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger and rank among the best in the state. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math across multiple grade levels.

While the Columbia County school district as a whole performs well above the state average, there is a wide range in school performance within the county. Some schools, such as Grovetown Elementary, North Harlem Elementary, and South Columbia Elementary, have lower test scores compared to the county and state averages. Factors such as student socioeconomic status, as measured by free and reduced lunch rates, appear to play a role in academic performance across the schools.