Indiana›Bartholomew County›Columbus
Best Schools in Columbus, Indiana
Compare 16 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
16
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
11,126
Total Students
Across Columbus
15.5:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
16 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score42%
ELA Assessment Score0%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)12 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 2,360 students at Columbus North High School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Csa Lincoln Campus
publicmiddleK-6
750 5Th St, Columbus, IN 47201
3.6
Rating
Students
357
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
72%
Rockcreek Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
13000 E 200 S, Columbus, IN 47201
3.1
Rating
Students
351
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
62%
Southside Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
1320 W 200 S, Columbus, IN 47201
3
Rating
Students
891
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
60%
Parkside Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
1400 Parkside Dr, Columbus, IN 47201
2.6
Rating
Students
733
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
52%
W D Richards Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
3311 Fairlawn Dr, Columbus, IN 47201
2.3
Rating
Students
610
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
45%
Columbus North High School
publichighGrade 9-12
1400 25Th St, Columbus, IN 47201
2.1
Rating
Students
2,360
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
41%
Northside Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
1400 27Th St, Columbus, IN 47201
1.9
Rating
Students
908
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
38%
Csa Fodrea Campus
publicmiddlePK-6
2775 Illinois St, Columbus, IN 47201
1.9
Rating
Students
351
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
37%
Mount Healthy Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
12150 S Sr 58, Columbus, IN 47201
1.7
Rating
Students
365
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
34%
L F Smith Elementary
publicmiddlePK-6
4505 Waycross Dr, Columbus, IN 47203
1.6
Rating
Students
420
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
32%
Lillian Schmitt Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
2675 California, Columbus, IN 47201
1.6
Rating
Students
704
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
32%
Central Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
725 7Th St, Columbus, IN 47201
1.5
Rating
Students
790
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
30%
Columbus East High School
publichighGrade 9-12
230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201
1.5
Rating
Students
1,452
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
30%
Clifty Creek Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
4625 E 50 N, Columbus, IN 47203
1.5
Rating
Students
705
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
29%
Richard L Johnson Early Educ Cntr
publicelementaryPK-PK
1209 S Sycamore St, Columbus, IN 47201
0
Rating
Students
80
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Excel Center - Bartholomew County
publichighGrade 9-12
1235 Jackson Street, Columbus, IN 47305
0
Rating
Students
49
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Columbus
Columbus, Indiana is home to 16 schools serving over 11,126 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, Indiana?
There are 16 schools in Columbus, serving 11,126 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 15.5:1.