Serving 306 students in grades 9-12, Columbiana High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbiana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbiana High School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1861
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Columbiana High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbiana High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbiana High School's ranking?
Columbiana High School is ranked #666 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbiana High School often compared to?
Columbiana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbiana High School?
The graduation rate of Columbiana High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbiana High School?
306 students attend Columbiana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Columbiana High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbiana High School?
Columbiana High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbiana High School offer ?
Columbiana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbiana High School part of?
Columbiana High School is part of Columbiana Exempted Village School District.
School Reviews
4 2/21/2019
I am very impressed with the academic programs, along with extracurricular activities for the students. All of the teachers and coaches are absolutely magnificent.............. Best of luck to my son Joey Bable Class of 2020 !!!!!
2 11/19/2018
class of 1962 Columbiana high THANK YOU KAY JOHSNON FOR SENDING YOUR SISTER-IN-LAW -TO SEE ME.
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