Columbus High School is a public high school located in Columbus, Georgia, United States. It serves as one of the Muscogee County School District's liberal arts magnet schools. It opened in 1890.
Serving 1,161 students in grades 9-12, Columbus High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Columbus High School's student population of 1,161 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1890
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbus High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
22%
36%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus High School's ranking?
Columbus High School is ranked #72 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Columbus High School often compared to?
Columbus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver High School, Hardaway High School, Northside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus High School is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Columbus High School?
1,161 students attend Columbus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Columbus High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbus High School offer ?
Columbus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus High School part of?
Columbus High School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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