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Best Schools in Columbus, Texas

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Columbus by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Columbus H S

7.7/10

High · Columbus ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data77th percentile Open profile

Columbus J H

6.8/10

Middle · Columbus ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data58th percentile Open profile

Columbus EL

6.5/10

Elementary · Columbus ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data53th percentile Open profile

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Columbus for 2026 are Columbus H S (7.7/10), Columbus J H (6.8/10), and Columbus EL (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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

5

4 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.7

out of 10

Median Home

$215,400

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Columbus EL

STAAR proficiency rose +4.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Columbus schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Columbus

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Columbus H S 7.7 / 10
2 Columbus J H 6.8 / 10
3 Columbus EL 6.5 / 10
4 St Anthony School 5.6 / 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
6.7/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$66,177

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$215,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
28%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

How Columbus compares

Texas rank

#297 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$66k

89% of Texas median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Columbus, Texas

Columbus, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Columbus 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 Columbus is Columbus H S with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Columbus is served by 1 school district: COLUMBUS ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,636 students.

Columbus's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,177. The poverty rate in the area is 16.8%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (5) Elementary (2) Middle (1) High (2)
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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (5) Academics (3) Growth (3) Diversity (3) Resources (3)
Filter by ZIP: 78934 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Columbus EL
786 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.5
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
St Anthony School Private
156 students · Pre-K–8th 		5.6

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Columbus J H
313 students · 6th–8th 		6.8

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Columbus H S
520 students · 9th–12th 		7.7
2
Columbus Crossing H S
17 students · 9th–12th 		—

Schools in Columbus

Columbus, Texas · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,177

Median Home Value

$215,400

Median Rent

$1,052/mo

Population

6,833

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

74%

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Community Profile

Columbus has a median household income of $66,177. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,400, with a median rent of $1,052/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
2
Middle
1
High
2

Resources

🔍 Google "Columbus schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Columbus 📊 Niche Columbus Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

COLUMBUS ISD

4 schools · 1,636 students

Nearby Cities

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22 mi
Schulenburg (3 schools)
21 mi
La Grange (4 schools)
24 mi
Sealy (4 schools)
23 mi
Round Top (1 school)
27 mi
Austin (1 school)
30 mi
Carmine (1 school)
31 mi
Burton (2 schools)
33 mi
Brenham (11 schools)
33 mi
Hallettsville (6 schools)
31 mi
East Bernard (3 schools)
31 mi
El Campo (3 schools)
37 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Columbus, Texas

How many schools are in Columbus, Texas?

Columbus has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Columbus, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Columbus is 6.7 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 Columbus, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Columbus on MySchoolScout is Columbus H S with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Columbus, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Columbus on MySchoolScout is Columbus EL with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Columbus, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Columbus on MySchoolScout is Columbus J H with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best high school in Columbus, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Columbus on MySchoolScout is Columbus H S with a composite score of 7.7/10.

How many school districts serve Columbus, Texas?

Columbus is served by 1 school district: Columbus ISD.

What is the education level in Columbus, Texas?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Columbus have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Columbus, Texas?

The median household income in Columbus is approximately $66,177 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Columbus, Texas?

Yes, Columbus has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Anthony School with a score of 5.6/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Columbus, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Columbus is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Columbus, Texas?

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, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.