Is Columbus High School a good school?

Columbus High School ranks 741 st of 1987 Texas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Columbus High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 505 students attended Columbus High School.

What is the racial makeup of Columbus High School?

Students at Columbus High School are 46% Hispanic, 44% White, 7% African American, 2% Two or more races.

What schools feed into Columbus High School?

Columbus High School is fed by the following schools: Elementary : Columbus Elementary Middle : Columbus J H

Columbus High School

Summary:

Columbus High School is a public high school serving 505 students in grades 9-12 in Columbus, Texas, which is part of the Columbus Independent School District. The school has a diverse student population and consistently high graduation and low dropout rates, outperforming the nearby Columbus Crossing High School, though it lags behind the higher-performing Weimar High School.

Columbus High School's strengths include its strong performance on STAAR End-of-Course exams, particularly in subjects like English II Reading, U.S. History, and Biology. The school also has impressive results for its Special Education and Gifted and Talented student subgroups. However, the school struggles in Algebra I, where proficiency rates are below the state and district averages. Additionally, over 50% of Columbus High School students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges that may contribute to achievement gaps observed for certain subgroups, such as Hispanic, English Language Learner, and At-Risk students.

Despite these challenges, Columbus High School has shown consistent improvement in its statewide ranking over the past several years, rising from the bottom half of Texas high schools to the top half. This suggests the school is making progress in addressing its issues and providing a better educational experience for its diverse student population. Continued focus on addressing achievement gaps and supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds could help Columbus High School further enhance its outcomes and better serve the community.

Detail:

Public 9-12

103 Cardinal Ln
Columbus, TX 78934-0486

(979) 732-5746

District: Columbus Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
741^st of 1,987 Texas High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,785

Feeder schools for Columbus High School:

Elementary:	Columbus Elementary
Middle:	Columbus J H

Student/teacher ratio: 13.2

Number of students: 505

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

45.7%

White:

44.0%

African American:

7.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 52.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Columbus High School ranks better than 62.7% of high schools in Texas. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 57.67. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Columbus High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (45.7%), White (44%), African American (7.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 52.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Columbus High School is 13.2. (See more...)

Compare Columbus High School employs 38.1 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Columbus High School is $12,785.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Columbus High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Columbus High School 741^st of 1987 Texas public high schools. (See Columbus High School in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

English Language Learner students:

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Low Socio Economic Status students:

African American students:

Hispanic students:

White students:

Columbus Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Columbus Independent School District (Isd) 644^th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Columbus High School

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Rank History for all students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2004	57.78	723^rd	1427	49.3%
2005	73.51	285^th	1429	80.1%
2006	68.93	415^th	1430	71.0%
2007	70.24	411^th	1497	72.5%
2008	57.36	764^th	1510	49.4%
2009	66.53	510^th	1539	66.9%
2010	61.78	690^th	1568	56.0%
2011	65.81	567^th	1672	66.1%
2012	43.22	1020^th	1603	36.4%
2013	46.34	990^th	1652	40.1%
2014	56.45	754^th	1734	56.5%
2015	56.44	804^th	1743	53.9%
2016	45.48	1065^th	1762	39.6%
2017	42.84	934^th	1777	47.4%
2018	47.58	850^th	1797	52.7%
2019	53.69	775^th	1857	58.3%
2021	45.68	984^th	1861	47.1%
2022	46.90	953^rd	1876	49.2%
2023	50.27	923^rd	1961	52.9%
2024	57.67	741^st	1987	62.7%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	38.83	573^rd	1113	48.5%
2019	34.06	725^th	1136	36.2%
2021	40.61	618^th	1195	48.3%
2022	20.14	1090^th	1278	14.7%
2023	18.53	1183^rd	1371	13.7%
2024	19.82	1202^nd	1435	16.2%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	75.28	179^th	1347	86.7%
2019	61.59	319^th	1357	76.5%
2021	35.78	871^st	1382	37.0%
2022	44.19	665^th	1418	53.1%
2023	63.71	334^th	1478	77.4%
2024	54.46	527^th	1547	65.9%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	36.96	1171^st	1794	34.7%
2019	38.98	1137^th	1818	37.5%
2021	40.86	1081^st	1848	41.5%
2022	47.26	857^th	1847	53.6%
2023	43.92	981^st	1897	48.3%
2024	54.78	621^st	1883	67.0%

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Rank History for Female students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	39.34	1108^th	1781	37.8%
2019	56.12	742^nd	1798	58.7%
2021	51.97	836^th	1815	53.9%
2022	49.66	889^th	1841	51.7%
2023	50.08	903^rd	1891	52.2%

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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2019	49.94	778^th	1145	32.1%
2021	36.55	928^th	1177	21.2%
2022	2.25	1146^th	1172	2.2%
2023	71.93	223^rd	1182	81.1%

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Rank History for At Risk students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	42.91	894^th	1784	49.9%
2019	47.84	800^th	1810	55.8%
2021	28.19	1353^rd	1829	26.0%
2022	36.31	1124^th	1837	38.8%

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Rank History for Male students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	51.51	758^th	1803	58.0%
2019	47.02	899^th	1824	50.7%
2021	38.42	1098^th	1840	40.3%
2022	41.13	1028^th	1853	44.5%
2023	47.05	928^th	1913	51.5%

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Rank History for African American students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	28.49	719^th	1013	29.0%
2019	22.39	812^th	1024	20.7%
2021	23.11	798^th	1020	21.8%
2022	33.19	638^th	1031	38.1%
2023	43.79	513^th	1069	52.0%
2024	82.05	121^st	1065	88.6%

See the entire list of Best Texas High Schools for African American Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	44.94	857^th	1691	49.3%
2019	51.78	720^th	1714	58.0%
2021	43.69	934^th	1743	46.4%
2022	41.28	979^th	1762	44.4%
2023	35.94	1154^th	1820	36.6%
2024	44.85	856^th	1804	52.5%

See the entire list of Best Texas High Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Columbus High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	47.36	808^th	1539	47.5%
2019	56.04	604^th	1526	60.4%
2021	40.69	945^th	1510	37.4%
2022	42.44	877^th	1525	42.5%
2023	57.68	599^th	1576	62.0%
2024	62.53	435^th	1556	72.0%

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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Texas Education Agency

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 2.5)

50%

Reviews:

by a parent
Tuesday, April 11, 2017

Absolutely horrible school district. Kids pass without doing anything. Teachers are called to task if students fail. No discipline at all. The monkeys run the zoo. If there is a rule, it is not enforced. Parents are a large part of the problem as they refuse to hold their child accountable for anything. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, January 4, 2017

This survey is bogus. Both Weimar and Rice CISD have major problems and yet Columbus is worse? Not true. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Columbus High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1989	323	57	0	60	0	n/a	n/a	440
1990	297	59	0	60	0	n/a	n/a	416
1991	311	66	0	64	0	n/a	n/a	441
1992	318	57	0	70	0	n/a	n/a	445
1993	317	62	0	66	0	n/a	n/a	445
1994	348	69	0	58	1	n/a	n/a	476
1995	351	83	0	61	0	n/a	n/a	495
1996	351	83	0	61	0	n/a	n/a	495
1997	390	89	0	75	0	n/a	n/a	554
1998	381	94	0	67	0	n/a	n/a	542
1999	399	93	1	75	0	n/a	n/a	568
2000	407	75	1	82	0	n/a	n/a	565
2001	392	61	1	86	0	n/a	n/a	540
2002	414	53	0	80	0	n/a	n/a	547
2003	414	53	0	80	0	n/a	n/a	547
2004	372	52	4	93	0	n/a	n/a	521
2005	368	56	3	99	0	n/a	n/a	526
2006	354	47	4	89	0	n/a	n/a	494
2007	359	51	6	105	0	n/a	n/a	521
2008	347	66	6	116	1	n/a	n/a	536
2009	346	61	7	106	2	n/a	n/a	522
2010	349	72	7	109	0	n/a	n/a	537
2011	318	66	4	116	1	2	7	514
2012	304	64	6	127	1	1	5	508
2013	289	62	7	125	2	1	1	487
2014	273	64	4	131	1	0	4	477
2015	267	70	4	137	2	0	6	486
2016	245	70	4	145	3	0	6	473
2017	242	62	3	160	2	0	12	481
2018	232	60	6	160	2	0	10	470
2019	210	54	6	185	1	0	7	463
2020	204	51	7	194	0	0	8	464
2021	225	48	7	201	0	0	10	491
2022	214	40	5	217	0	0	13	489
2023	222	37	3	231	0	0	12	505

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Columbus High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1989	440	n/a	n/a	n/a
1990	416	29.0	14.3	n/a
1991	441	5.0	88.2	n/a
1992	445	32.8	13.5	19.1
1993	445	33.0	13.5	22.9
1994	476	34.8	13.7	24.2
1995	495	35.8	13.8	23.6
1996	495	35.8	13.8	23.6
1997	554	38.6	14.4	23.5
1998	542	39.2	13.8	15.5
1999	568	41.0	13.9	16.7
2000	565	38.9	14.5	23.4
2001	540	45.1	12.0	23.5
2002	547	39.9	13.7	27.2
2003	547	39.9	13.7	27.2
2004	521	39.2	13.3	28.4
2005	526	39.7	13.2	26.6
2006	494	39.2	12.6	25.1
2007	521	40.8	12.8	30.7
2008	536	42.6	12.6	33.2
2009	522	42.3	12.3	32.2
2010	537	45.0	11.9	36.9
2011	514	49.1	10.4	37.5
2012	508	46.2	10.9	37
2013	487	43.3	11.2	40.5
2014	477	44.4	10.7	41.5
2015	486	39.0	12.4	45.3
2016	473	39.0	12.1	42.9
2017	481	39.8	12.0	46.4
2018	470	38.5	12.1	49.8
2019	463	39.3	11.7	49
2020	464	38.7	11.9	52.6
2021	491	37.9	12.9	42.2
2022	489	36.0	13.5	41.9
2023	505	38.1	13.2	52.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Columbus High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1989	440	n/a	n/a	n/a
1990	416	29.0	14.3	n/a
1991	441	5.0	88.2	n/a
1992	445	32.8	13.5	19.1
1993	445	33.0	13.5	22.9
1994	476	34.8	13.7	24.2
1995	495	35.8	13.8	23.6
1996	495	35.8	13.8	23.6
1997	554	38.6	14.4	23.5
1998	542	39.2	13.8	15.5
1999	568	41.0	13.9	16.7
2000	565	38.9	14.5	23.4
2001	540	45.1	12.0	23.5
2002	547	39.9	13.7	27.2
2003	547	39.9	13.7	27.2
2004	521	39.2	13.3	28.4
2005	526	39.7	13.2	26.6
2006	494	39.2	12.6	25.1
2007	521	40.8	12.8	30.7
2008	536	42.6	12.6	33.2
2009	522	42.3	12.3	32.2
2010	537	45.0	11.9	36.9
2011	514	49.1	10.4	37.5
2012	508	46.2	10.9	37
2013	487	43.3	11.2	40.5
2014	477	44.4	10.7	41.5
2015	486	39.0	12.4	45.3
2016	473	39.0	12.1	42.9
2017	481	39.8	12.0	46.4
2018	470	38.5	12.1	49.8
2019	463	39.3	11.7	49
2020	464	38.7	11.9	52.6
2021	491	37.9	12.9	42.2
2022	489	36.0	13.5	41.9
2023	505	38.1	13.2	52.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Columbus High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$764 (6.9%)	$10,286 (93.1%)	$11,050
2020	$751 (6.4%)	$11,060 (93.6%)	$11,812
2021	$1,431 (11.2%)	$11,354 (88.8%)	$12,785

Data source: Texas Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Columbus High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 775^th of 1857 High schools	Ranks 923^rd of 1961 High schools	5.3%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
End of Course Algebra I (Columbus High School)	69	47	22%
End of Course Algebra I (Columbus Independent School District (Isd))	76	46	30%
End of Course Algebra I (Texas)	62	45	17%
End of Course Biology (Columbus High School)	65	56	9%
End of Course Biology (Columbus Independent School District (Isd))	65	55	10%
End of Course Biology (Texas)	63	57	6%
End of Course English I Reading (Columbus High School)	51	48	3%
End of Course English I Reading (Columbus Independent School District (Isd))	50	48	2%
End of Course English I Reading (Texas)	49	54	5%
End of Course English II Reading (Columbus High School)	47	65	18%
End of Course English II Reading (Columbus Independent School District (Isd))	46	61	15%
End of Course English II Reading (Texas)	51	56	5%
End of Course U.S. History (Columbus High School)	73	72	1%
End of Course U.S. History (Columbus Independent School District (Isd))	73	70	3%
End of Course U.S. History (Texas)	75	71	4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	463	505	9.1%
African American	54	37	31.5%
American Indian	1	0	100%
Asian	6	3	50%
Hispanic	185	231	24.9%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	210	222	5.7%
Two or More Races	7	12	71.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	49%	52.5%	3.4%

Schools Near Columbus High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				STAAR EOC Algebra I (2024)	STAAR EOC Biology (2024)	STAAR EOC English I Reading (2024)	STAAR EOC English II Reading (2024)	STAAR EOC U.S. History (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	STAAR EOC Algebra I End of Course	STAAR EOC Biology End of Course	STAAR EOC English I Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC English II Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC U.S. History End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Columbus High School	Public	9-12	103 Cardinal Ln	Columbus	78934	Colorado County	Columbus Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(979) 732-5746	505	38	13.2	52.5%	222 (44.0%)	37 (7.3%)	231 (45.7%)	3 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (2.4%)	57.7	741^st of 1987 public high schools	62.7%		50.3	923^rd of 1961 public high schools	52.9%	182	49.5	56.5	59.0	65.7	76.8	$12,785	$1,431	$11,354
Columbus Crossing High School	Public	9-12	1421 Austin St	Columbus	78934	Colorado County	Columbus Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(979) 732-2963	12	1	12.0	50.0%	8 (66.7%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (33.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10.3	1780^th of 1987 public high schools	10.4%					(n/a)					40.0	$28,823	$213	$28,610
Rice High School	Public	9-12	1095 Raider Dr	Altair	77412	Colorado County	Rice Consolidated Independent School District	No	No	(n/a)	No	(979) 234-3531	334	29	11.5	73.1%	79 (23.7%)	54 (16.2%)	198 (59.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.6%)	30.1	1406^th of 1987 public high schools	29.2%		33.3	1320^th of 1961 public high schools	32.7%	86	12.9	40.2	50.0	55.7	45.2	$13,300	$847	$12,454
Weimar High School	Public	9-12	506 W Main St	Weimar	78962	Colorado County	Weimar Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(979) 725-9504	188	21	9.1	56.4%	91 (48.4%)	22 (11.7%)	68 (36.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (3.7%)	72.9	359^th of 1987 public high schools	81.9%		67	498^th of 1961 public high schools	74.6%	139	53.1	78.0	71.7	74.0	82.9	$14,009	$1,126	$12,883
Rice Challenge Academy	Public	9-12	600 Fm 3013	Eagle Lake	77434	Colorado County	Rice Consolidated Independent School District	No	No	(n/a)	No	(979) 234-3531	88	4	22.2	94.3%	39 (44.3%)	28 (31.8%)	16 (18.2%)	2 (2.3%)	3 (3.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10.2	1783^rd of 1987 public high schools	10.3%		23.2	1536^th of 1961 public high schools	21.7%	247	7.0	21.4	29.7	28.3	39.7	$13,589	$234	$13,355

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