Serving 592 students in grades 5-8, Columbia Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Columbia Central School's student population of 592 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Central School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2858 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
28%
Black
31%
16%
White
19%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Central School's ranking?
Columbia Central School is ranked #2858 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Columbia Central School?
592 students attend Columbia Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Columbia Central School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Central School?
Columbia Central School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Columbia Central School offer ?
Columbia Central School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Columbia Central School part of?
Columbia Central School is part of Steger SD 194 School District.
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