Serving 363 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Home of the Crimson Tide
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2352 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
38%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
46%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #2352 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Columbia High School often compared to?
Columbia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hempfield Sr. High School, Donegal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
363 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Columbia High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Columbia High School offer ?
Columbia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia High School part of?
Columbia High School is part of Columbia Borough School District.
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