Best Schools in Columbia, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Columbia Elementary
Elementary · Columbia Union. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$448,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$448,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Columbia schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Columbia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia Elementary | 4.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.2/10
- Median household income
- $57,639
- Median home value
- $448,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Columbia compares
Median household income
$58k
58% of California median
About Schools in Columbia, California
Columbia, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.2 out of 10, schools in Columbia show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Columbia is Columbia Elementary with a composite score of 4.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Columbia is served by 1 school district: Columbia Union. These districts collectively serve 453 students.
Columbia's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,639. The poverty rate in the area is 17.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 450 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.2 |
Schools in Columbia
Columbia, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,639
Median Home Value
$448,800
Median Rent
$1,015/mo
Population
1,783
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Community Profile
Columbia has a median household income of $57,639. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $448,800, with a median rent of $1,015/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Columbia, California
How many schools are in Columbia, California?
Columbia has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Columbia, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Columbia is 4.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Columbia, California?
The top-ranked school in Columbia on MySchoolScout is Columbia Elementary with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Columbia, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Columbia on MySchoolScout is Columbia Elementary with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Columbia, California?
Columbia is served by 1 school district: Columbia Union.
What is the education level in Columbia, California?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Columbia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Columbia, California?
The median household income in Columbia is approximately $57,639 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Columbia, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Columbia is 18.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Columbia, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.