Barrow EL
Grades 1st–5th · 7.0/10
5.3public avg / 10
Best Schools in West Columbia, Texas
6 schools in the directory · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Public: 6
Districts: 1
Comparable public avg (5): 5.3/10
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Barrow EL
Elementary · Columbia-Brazoria ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
West Brazos J H
Middle · Columbia-Brazoria ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
West Columbia EL
Elementary · Columbia-Brazoria ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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West Brazos J H
Grades 6th–8th · 5.8/10
West Columbia EL
Grades Kindergarten–5th · 5.6/10
Columbia H S
Grades 9th–12th · 4.6/10
Wild Peach EL
Grades Pre-K–1st · 3.6/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in West Columbia are Barrow EL (7.0/10), West Brazos J H (5.8/10), and West Columbia EL (5.6/10), among 5 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
5 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
5 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
West Brazos J HSTAAR proficiency rose +3.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among West Columbia public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in West Columbia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (5 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barrow EL | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | West Brazos J H | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | West Columbia EL | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Columbia H S | 4.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Wild Peach EL | 3.6 / 10 |
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About Schools in West Columbia, Texas
West Columbia, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 5 public schools in this comparison average 5.3 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Barrow EL with a composite score of 7.0/10.
West Columbia is served by 1 school district: COLUMBIA-BRAZORIA ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,954 students.
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.
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Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 378 students · 1st–5th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 693 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 295 students · Pre-K–1st | 3.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 691 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 896 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 students · 9th–9th | — |
Schools in West Columbia
West Columbia, Texas · 6 schools
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- Texas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in West Columbia, Texas
How many schools are in West Columbia, Texas?
West Columbia has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West Columbia, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 5 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in West Columbia is 5.3 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 West Columbia, Texas?
The top-ranked school in West Columbia on MySchoolScout is Barrow EL with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in West Columbia, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in West Columbia on MySchoolScout is Barrow EL with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in West Columbia, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in West Columbia on MySchoolScout is West Brazos J H with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in West Columbia, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in West Columbia on MySchoolScout is Columbia H S with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve West Columbia, Texas?
West Columbia is served by 1 school district: Columbia-Brazoria ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Columbia, Texas?
Among 5 public schools in West Columbia that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West Columbia, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive 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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