Columbia School District
School District · Brooklyn, Michigan
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,987
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,987
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Evaluating Columbia School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Columbia School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Columbia Upper Elementary School
Brooklyn · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Columbia Central High School
Brooklyn · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Columbia Alternative Education
Clarklake · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#284 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,987
$596 vs Michigan median
District size
1,431 students
Typical than Michigan median
The short answer
Columbia School District ranks #284 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Columbia School District's schools with real test data average 6.0/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Columbia Upper Elementary School (7.3/10), Columbia Central High School (6.7/10), and Columbia Alternative Education (5.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Columbia School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia Upper Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Columbia Central High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Columbia Alternative Education | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Columbia Elementary School | 5.0 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Columbia School District
Columbia School District is a Brooklyn, Michigan school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,431 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.2:1. The district invests $13,987 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.0/10, Columbia School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Columbia Upper Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.3/10.
In standardized testing, Columbia School District students show an average math proficiency of 39.3% and ELA proficiency of 55.1%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Columbia School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Columbia School District with test data.
Schools in Columbia School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Brooklyn
- Total Enrollment
- 1,431
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Columbia School District?
Columbia School District has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Columbia School District?
The average composite rating for Columbia School District is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Columbia School District?
Columbia School District spends $13,987 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Columbia School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Columbia School District is 17.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Columbia School District?
Columbia Upper Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Columbia School District with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What are the test scores in Columbia School District?
Across schools in Columbia School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 39.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Columbia School District compare to other districts in Michigan?
Columbia School District has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 39.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.1%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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