Below Average
#8441 of 9,539 schools in CA
Columbia Elementary
Elementary School · Eastside Union Elementary
2640 East Avenue J-4, Lancaster, CA 93535
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,441 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#23 of 47
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Eastside Union Elementary
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Columbia Elementary
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbia Elementary
Columbia Elementary is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of Eastside Union Elementary. Columbia Elementary serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,441 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Columbia Elementary runs 24.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
51% of students at Columbia Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Columbia Elementary — Students at Columbia Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Columbia Elementary Compares
See how Columbia Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2640 East Avenue J-4, Lancaster, CA 93535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Promise Academy (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lancster), which scores notably higher. Another option is Enterprise Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tierra Bonita Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W T Reynolds Academy Lancaster | 0.7 mi | — |
| Tierra Bonita Elementary Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Eastside High Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Eastside Academy/Transitional Learning Center Lancaster | 1.1 mi | — |
| Gifford C. Cole Middle Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Enterprise Elementary Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Discovery Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Promise Academy Lancster | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Lancaster Baptist School Lancaster | 1.5 mi | — |
| LANCASTER BAPTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Fulton and Alsbury Academy of Arts and Engineering Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Jack Northrop Elementary Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| EMPOWERED CHURCH INTERNATIONAL/ LEARNING ACADEMY Lancaster | 2.0 mi | — |
| New Vista Middle Lancaster | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| ELM/KWA PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.3 mi | — |
| Linda Verde Elementary Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| El Dorado Elementary Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Desert Winds Continuation High Lancaster | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Joshua Elementary Lancaster | 2.6 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,989
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
80,478
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
| Bowling Green Elementary Sacramento, CA | 4.1 |
| Central Elementary Banning, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Elementary
What grades does Columbia Elementary serve?
Columbia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Columbia Elementary?
Columbia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia Elementary rank in CA?
Columbia Elementary ranks #8,441 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Columbia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Columbia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Columbia Elementary a charter school?
No, Columbia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Columbia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia Elementary?
95.0% of students at Columbia Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 678
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (661) 946-5656
Resources & Links
District
Eastside Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,114
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,598
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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