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Best High Schools in Columbia, maryland

Compare 5 high schools in Columbia. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

5
High Schools
Public & Charter Schools
15,428
Total Students
Across Columbia
11.7:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
5 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score35%
ELA Assessment Score55%
🎯 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)1 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 1,540 students at Atholton High.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About High Schools in Columbia

Columbia, maryland offers 5 high schools providing comprehensive education for students preparing for college and careers. These schools offer diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and advanced placement courses.

Atholton High

publichighGrade 9-12
6520 Freetown Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
6
Rating
Students
1,540
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
54%

Oakland Mills High

publichighGrade 9-12
9410 Kilimanjaro Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
4.7
Rating
Students
1,413
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
26%

Hammond High

publichighGrade 9-12
8800 Guilford Rd, Columbia, MD 21046
4.6
Rating
Students
1,159
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
29%

Wilde Lake High

publichighGrade 9-12
5460 Trumpeter Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
3.9
Rating
Students
1,197
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
36%
Math Proficiency
41%

Long Reach High

publichighGrade 9-12
6101 Old Dobbin Ln, Columbia, MD 21045
3.6
Rating
Students
1,334
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
25%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many high schools are in Columbia, maryland?

There are several high schools in Columbia, offering diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and college preparation courses.

What is the best high school in Columbia?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated high schools in Columbia include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all high 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.