Serving 863 students in grades 9-13, 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 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (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 863 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Columbus High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
94%
45%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus High School's ranking?
Columbus High School is ranked #673 out of 795 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 81%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Columbus High School?
863 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 Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus High School?
Columbus High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbus High School offer ?
Columbus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus High School part of?
Columbus High School is part of Columbus Municipal School District.
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