Columbia Elementary

Columbia Elementary serves 499 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Orlando's Orange County area. With 27 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.5-to-1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful classroom interaction. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 75th percentile statewide at #944 out of 3,816 Florida elementary schools.

Students show consistent achievement across core subjects, with 66% reaching proficiency or above in both English Language Arts and mathematics. This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to helping students build essential foundational skills across all grade levels. Columbia Elementary draws from a diverse suburban community where the median household income is $105,912 and median home values reach $365,200.

The surrounding ZIP code of 32820 houses nearly 11,000 residents, with 44% holding bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an education-focused environment that supports student learning. Despite the area's overall prosperity, the 18.5% poverty rate indicates the school serves families from various economic backgrounds. Located on Cypress Lake Glen Boulevard, Columbia Elementary sits in a large suburban setting that provides students with both community connections and access to the broader Orlando metropolitan area's educational and cultural resources.