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South Columbus Elementary School

1964 Torch Hill Rd, Columbus, GA 31903, United States

+1 (706) 683-8833

http://muscogee.k12.ga.us/schools/soc

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Overall Rating

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South Columbus Elementary School Overview

About This School

South Columbus Elementary School is a public elementary in Columbus, Georgia, serving 326 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 12% proficiency in ELA and 12% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 20 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $63,069. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic makeup includes 53% Black, 37% Hispanic, 7% Two or More Races, and 3% White students.

326

Total Students

PK-5

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

20 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts12%

Mathematics12%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Muscogee County

Students per Counselor

326:1

South Columbus Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

12%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 29%State Avg: 37%

12%

Mathematics

City Avg: 23%State Avg: 36%

N/A

Science

Class Information

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.7:1

State Avg: 13.4:1

326

Students per Counselor

South Columbus Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$63,069

City Avg: $63,069

State Avg: $68,409

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Students per Counselor326:1

South Columbus Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.45%

Male

47.55%

Female

Total Enrollment: 326 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White3.07%

Hispanic37.12%

Asian0%

Black53.07%

Two or More Races6.75%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Columbus Elementary School

Q: What is South Columbus Elementary School?

A: South Columbus Elementary School is a elementary public located in Columbus.

Q: How many students attend South Columbus Elementary School?

A: South Columbus Elementary School has approximately 326 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at South Columbus Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Columbus Elementary School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about South Columbus Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About South Columbus Elementary School - Columbus, GA

Quick Facts about South Columbus Elementary School
School Name	South Columbus Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	1964 Torch Hill Rd, Columbus, GA 31903, Columbus, GA
County	Muscogee County
Phone	+1 (706) 683-8833
Total Students	326
Student-Teacher Ratio	16:1
Full-Time Teachers	20
Rating	1.2/10
ELA Proficiency	12%
Math Proficiency	12%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Columbus Elementary School

What is South Columbus Elementary School?

South Columbus Elementary School is a elementary public located in Columbus.

How many students attend South Columbus Elementary School?

South Columbus Elementary School has approximately 326 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Columbus Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Columbus Elementary School is 16:1.

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