What types of schools are available in Columbia, Mississippi?

Columbia, Mississippi 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, Mississippi

Q: How many schools are in Columbia, Mississippi?

There are 7 schools in Columbia, Mississippi, serving 2,296 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, Mississippi, 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 7 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

2,296

Total Students

Across Columbia

13.1:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

7 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score47%

ELA Assessment Score40%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)5 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 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 484 students at Columbia 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.

Columbia Elementary School

publicelementaryGrade 3-5

401 Mary Street, Columbia, MS 39429

1009 Broad Street, Columbia, MS 39429

Jefferson Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

611 Owens Street, Columbia, MS 39429

East Marion High School

publicElementary9-13th Grade

527 East Marion School Road, Columbia, MS 39429

East Marion Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

527 East Marion School Road, Columbia, MS 39429

Columbia Primary School

publicelementaryPK-K2

913 West Avenue, Columbia, MS 39429

East Marion Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

527 East Marion School Road, Columbia, MS 39429

Detailed Overview of Schools in Columbia

Columbia, Mississippi is home to 7 schools serving over 2,296 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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Columbia, Mississippi?

There are 7 schools in Columbia, serving 2,296 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 9.0 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 13.1:1.

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