Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Columbia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbia Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
92%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia Elementary School is ranked #1778 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
412 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Columbia Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Columbia Elementary School part of?
Columbia Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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