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Best Schools in Columbus, Georgia
Compare 48 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
48
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
27,058
Total Students
Across Columbus
13.7:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
48 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score12%
ELA Assessment Score18%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)16 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,067 students at Hardaway High School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Reese Road Leadership Academy
publicelementaryK-5
3100 Reese Rd, Columbus, GA 31907
2.4
Rating
Students
387
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
24%
Math Proficiency
23%
Hardaway High School
publichighGrade 9-12
2901 College Dr, Columbus, GA 31906
2.3
Rating
Students
1,067
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
13%
Dimon Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
480 Dogwood Dr, Columbus, GA 31907
2
Rating
Students
358
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
17%
Carver High School
publichighGrade 9-12
3100 8Th St, Columbus, GA 31906
1.9
Rating
Students
887
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
11%
Double Churches Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
7611 Whitesville Rd, Columbus, GA 31904
1.8
Rating
Students
429
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
24%
Math Proficiency
12%
Arnold Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2011 51St St, Columbus, GA 31904
1.7
Rating
Students
582
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
14%
Rigdon Road Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
1320 Rigdon Rd, Columbus, GA 31906
1.7
Rating
Students
437
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
22%
Spencer High School
publichighGrade 9-12
1000 Fort Benning Rd, Columbus, GA 31903
1.6
Rating
Students
1,016
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
10%
Lonnie Jackson Academy
publicelementaryPK-5
4601 Buena Vista Rd, Columbus, GA 31907
1.5
Rating
Students
395
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
12%
River Road Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
516 Heath Dr, Columbus, GA 31904
1.5
Rating
Students
454
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
17%
Forrest Road Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
6400 Forrest Rd, Columbus, GA 31907
1.5
Rating
Students
278
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
12%
Jordan Vocational High School
publichighGrade 9-12
3200 Howard Ave, Columbus, GA 31904
1.3
Rating
Students
1,040
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
8%
Dorothy Height Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
1458 Benning Dr, Columbus, GA 31903
1.3
Rating
Students
419
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
14%
Fort Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2900 Woodruff Farm Rd, Columbus, GA 31907
1.3
Rating
Students
440
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
8%
Wesley Heights Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
1801 Amber Dr, Columbus, GA 31907
1.2
Rating
Students
349
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
12%
Georgetown Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
954 High Ln, Columbus, GA 31907
1.2
Rating
Students
394
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
7%
South Columbus Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
1964 Torch Hill Rd, Columbus, GA 31903
1.2
Rating
Students
326
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
12%
Eddy Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2100 S Lumpkin Rd, Columbus, GA 31903
1
Rating
Students
448
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
6%
Brewer Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-K2
2951 Martin Luther King, Columbus, GA 31906
1
Rating
Students
367
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
11%
Math Proficiency
9%
Rothschild Leadership Academy School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1136 Hunt Ave, Columbus, GA 31907
1
Rating
Students
498
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
5%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Columbus
Columbus, Georgia is home to 48 schools serving over 27,058 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Columbus, Georgia?
There are 48 schools in Columbus, serving 27,058 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Columbus?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Columbus include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Columbus?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Columbus is 13.7:1.