Very Good
#543 of 1,823 schools in IN
Top 30% in state
Based on limited data
Columbia Elementary School
Elementary School · Rochester Community School Corp
1502 Elm St Box 108, Rochester, IN 46975
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#543 of 1,823
In Rochester
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Rochester Community School Corp
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Columbia Elementary School
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About Columbia Elementary School
Columbia Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rochester, IN, part of Rochester Community School Corp. Columbia Elementary School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #543 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Columbia Elementary School Compares
See how Columbia Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1502 Elm St Box 108, Rochester, IN 46975
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Culver Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Culver), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mentone Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Mentone), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Akron Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Akron), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Community Middle School Rochester | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Rochester Community High School Rochester | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| George M Riddle Elementary School Rochester | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| SUNNY RIDGE SCHOOL Rochester | 6.9 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Tippecanoe | 10.1 mi | — |
| Caston Elementary School Rochester | 10.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Caston Jr-Sr High School Rochester | 10.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Tippecanoe Valley Middle School Akron | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Tippecanoe Valley High School Akron | 9.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Akron Elementary School Akron | 9.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Argos Community Elementary Argos | 12.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Argos Comm Jr-Sr High School Argos | 12.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Mentone Elementary School Mentone | 12.4 mi | 8.2 |
| North Miami Middle/High School Denver | 13.5 mi | 4.3 |
| North Miami Elementary School Denver | 13.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CULVER ACADEMIES Culver | 15.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Triton Elementary School Bourbon | 17.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Triton Jr-Sr High School Bourbon | 17.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BOURBON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bourbon | 17.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Culver Elementary School Culver | 15.8 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46975 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,009
Median Home Value
$151,100
Median Rent
$848/mo
Population
13,985
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC Indianapolis, IN | 7.4 |
| Graham Creek Elementary School Commiskey, IN | 7.4 |
| James A Garfield School 31 Indianapolis, IN | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Cedar Lake, IN | 7.4 |
| Moran Elementary School Osceola, IN | 7.4 |
| Riverview Elementary School Marion, IN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Elementary School
What grades does Columbia Elementary School serve?
Columbia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia Elementary School rank in IN?
Columbia Elementary School ranks #543 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Columbia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Columbia Elementary School a charter school?
No, Columbia Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Columbia Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia Elementary School?
61.4% of students at Columbia Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (574) 223-2501
Resources & Links
District
Rochester Community School Corp- District Enrollment
- 1,208
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,675
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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