Serving 624 students in grades 7-12, Columbia Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbia Central High School's student population of 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Golden Eagle
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Colors
Gold, Blue
School Rankings
Columbia Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Central High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Central High School's ranking?
Columbia Central High School is ranked #1280 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Columbia Central High School often compared to?
Columbia Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanoverhorton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia Central High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Columbia Central High School?
624 students attend Columbia Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Columbia Central High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Central High School?
Columbia Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Central High School offer ?
Columbia Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Central High School part of?
Columbia Central High School is part of Columbia School District.
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