What types of schools are available in Columbia, Maryland?

Columbia, Maryland offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Columbia, Maryland

Q: How many schools are in Columbia, Maryland?

There are 23 schools in Columbia, Maryland, serving 15,428 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Columbia?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Columbia, Maryland, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 23 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

15,428

Total Students

Across Columbia

11.7:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

23 schools found

Atholton High

publichighGrade 9-12

6520 Freetown Rd, Columbia, MD 21044

5940 Waterloo Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

6700 Seneca Dr, Columbia, MD 21046

Clemens Crossing Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

10320 Quarterstaff Rd, Columbia, MD 21044

9410 Kilimanjaro Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

8800 Guilford Rd, Columbia, MD 21046

Stevens Forest Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

6045 Stevens Forest Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

5460 Trumpeter Rd, Columbia, MD 21044

Jeffers Hill Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

6001 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045

Phelps Luck Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

5370 Oldstone Ct, Columbia, MD 21045

6101 Old Dobbin Ln, Columbia, MD 21045

Thunder Hill Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

9357 Mellenbrook Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Longfellow Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

5470 Hesperus Dr, Columbia, MD 21044

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

10481 Cross Fox Ln, Columbia, MD 21044

Talbott Springs Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

9550 Basket Ring Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Bryant Woods Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

5450 Blue Heron Ln, Columbia, MD 21044

7335 Oakland Mills Rd, Columbia, MD 21046

Swansfield Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

5610 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

9540 Kilimanjaro Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Cradlerock Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

6700 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD 21045

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Columbia

Columbia, Maryland is home to 23 schools serving over 15,428 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.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math32%

ELA47%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)19

Moderate (15-20:1)1

Large (>20:1)0

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
1,540 students at Atholton High
Best ratio: 9:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Columbia, Maryland?

There are 23 schools in Columbia, serving 15,428 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Columbia?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Columbia include schools with ratings of 5.6 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Columbia?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Columbia is 11.7:1.

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