Columbus High School is a public high school located in Columbus, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Columbus Independent School District located in central Colorado County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Columbus Crossing High School serves 14 students in grades 11-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- 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
School Overview
Columbus Crossing High School's student population of 14 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
Colors
Red and White
School Motto
It's a great day to be a Cardinal!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbus Crossing High School is 0.57, 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%
Hispanic
43%
54%
White
50%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
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?
14 students attend Columbus Crossing High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Columbus Crossing High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Columbus Crossing High School offer ?
Columbus Crossing High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
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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