Columbus Crossing High School serves 17 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Crossing High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbus Crossing High School's student population of 17 students has grown by 142% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Cardinal
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbus Crossing High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Crossing High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus Crossing High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Columbus Crossing High School?
17 students attend Columbus Crossing High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Columbus Crossing High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Crossing High School?
Columbus Crossing High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbus Crossing High School offer ?
Columbus Crossing High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbus Crossing High School part of?
Columbus Crossing High School is part of Columbus Independent School District.
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