Serving 223 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1769 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
48%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #1769 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
223 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Columbia High School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Columbia High School offer ?
Columbia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbia High School part of?
Columbia High School is part of Columbia (Walla Walla) School District.
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