Best Schools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota
15 schools · 7 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Columbia Heights?
Use this page to compare every school in Columbia Heights by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary
Elementary · Prodeo Academy. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bultum Academy
Elementary · Bultum Academy Charter School. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle
Middle · Prodeo Academy. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Columbia Heights for 2026 are Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary (8.1/10), Bultum Academy (7.2/10), and Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$260,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$260,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 88% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Columbia Heights schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Columbia Heights
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 15 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Bultum Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Highland Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Columbia Heights Senior High | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Columbia Academy | 4.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Valley View Elementary | 4.5 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $75,141
- Median home value
- $260,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
30% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Columbia Heights compares
Minnesota rank
#140 of 231
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Minnesota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$75k
89% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
10
Columbia Heights Public School Dist runs 69% of Columbia Heights's public schools
Columbia Heights touches 3 districts, but Columbia Heights Public School Dist is the one most addresses actually attend.
Columbia Heights Public School Dist accounts for 9 of 13 public schools (69%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 4.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.5 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Columbia Heights, not a citywide average.
- Columbia Heights Public School Dist9 public · 69%
- Prodeo Academy3 public · 23%
- Bultum Academy Charter School1 public · 8%
About Schools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota
Columbia Heights has 9 ranked public schools with an average score of 6.4 out of 10. That number understates the city's strongest options: 4 of the 9 schools — 44% — clear the 7.0 mark, giving parents with younger children in particular a set of genuinely above-average choices. The spread across the full list is wide enough that school selection here matters.
The Prodeo network accounts for most of the city's top-tier performance. Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary and Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle each score 7.9 out of 10 — the highest in the city. Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary slots in at 7.6, giving families a consistent entry point from the earliest grades. For parents who value stability through a single network, Prodeo provides a connected elementary-to-middle pathway entirely within Columbia Heights. An early childhood program rounds out the upper tier at 7.4.
Outside Prodeo, Bultum Academy posts a 6.9 — above the citywide average of 6.4, and just a notch below the 7.0 threshold that separates the city's strongest schools from the rest. The remaining schools fall at or below the 6.4 average. The gap between the top and bottom of the city's rankings is real, and parents who don't weigh options carefully may end up at a school that significantly underperforms Columbia Heights' best.
The practical picture: with only 9 ranked schools, comparing the full list takes minutes, not hours. Families focused on academics should start with Prodeo's three schools and Bultum Academy. Early education parents have a strong rated option as well. Use MySchoolScout's full profiles to dig into test score trends, demographics, and enrollment details for each school before deciding.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 204 students · 2nd–4th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 232 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 | ||
| 3 | 512 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 199 students · Pre-K–1st | 5.6 | ||
| 5 | 583 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Immaculate Conception SchoolPrivate 169 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 7 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 students · 5th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 715 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
| 3 | 4 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,094 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 12 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 3 | 13 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 4 | 24 students · 6th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.9 |
Schools in Columbia Heights
Columbia Heights, Minnesota · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$75,141
Median Home Value
$260,500
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
31,051
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Columbia Heights has a median household income of $75,141. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,500, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Top metros statewide by school count.
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota
How many schools are in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
Columbia Heights has 15 schools, including 13 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Columbia Heights is 6.1 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 Heights, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Columbia Heights on MySchoolScout is Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Columbia Heights on MySchoolScout is Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Columbia Heights on MySchoolScout is Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Columbia Heights on MySchoolScout is Columbia Heights Senior High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
Columbia Heights is served by 3 school districts: Prodeo Academy, Bultum Academy Charter School, Columbia Heights Public School Dist.
What is the education level in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Columbia Heights have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
The median household income in Columbia Heights is approximately $75,141 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
Yes, Columbia Heights has 2 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immaculate Conception School with a score of 5.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Columbia Heights is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota?
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, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.