Serving 898 students in grades 9-12, Columbus High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbus High School's student population of 898 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbus High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#601 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
94%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus High School's ranking?
Columbus High School is ranked #601 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Columbus High School often compared to?
Columbus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope High School, Caledonia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus High School is 88%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Columbus High School?
898 students attend Columbus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Columbus High School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus High School?
Columbus High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Columbus High School offer ?
Columbus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbus High School part of?
Columbus High School is part of Columbus Municipal School District.
School Reviews
5 4/29/2022
The teachers and administrators helped me to become myself and the friends I made along the way only helped to cement these ideas. Despite the common misconceptions about Columbus High, I was able to secure a full ride to the University of Mississippi and have continued my work in the community.
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