Best Public Schools in Zip Code 99323


Summary:

The three schools located in the 99323 zip code - Columbia Elementary, Columbia High School, and Columbia Middle School - are all performing significantly below state averages on key metrics like test scores, graduation rates, and socioeconomic factors.

The data shows that all three schools have consistently low proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Math, and Science compared to the state. For example, Columbia Elementary's ELA proficiency rate was just 29.8% in 2023-2024, well below the state average of 52.63%. Similarly, Columbia High School had a 4-year graduation rate of 86%, lower than the state average, and a dropout rate of 9.3%.

Socioeconomic factors may be contributing to the poor academic performance, as all three schools have high percentages of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, ranging from 56.4% to 58.16%. Additionally, the schools have relatively high student-teacher ratios, suggesting staffing and resource challenges that could be hindering their ability to provide quality instruction. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the Columbia (Walla Walla) School District, with all three schools in the 99323 zip code struggling to meet state standards across a range of key metrics.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

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