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Columbia Heights Senior High

High School · COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

1400 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

Enrollment

1,094

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Columbia Heights

#9 of 9

public schools

Minnesota high schools

#597 of 628

In district

#6 of 6

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

About Columbia Heights Senior High

Columbia Heights Senior High serves 1,094 students in grades 9-12 in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, with a student-teacher ratio of 18.9:1 and 58 full-time equivalent teachers. This public high school operates in Anoka County's large suburban setting, providing education to a diverse student body with significant room for academic growth. The school faces academic challenges, with 32% of students performing at proficient levels or above in English Language Arts and 12% achieving proficiency in mathematics.

These results place Columbia Heights Senior High at #1921 out of 2027 Minnesota high schools, indicating the school community is working to strengthen student outcomes and support academic development across all grade levels. The surrounding 55421 ZIP code reflects a middle-income community with a median household income of $71,001 and median home values around $241,500. About one-third of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 11.6% among the area's 30,787 residents.

Columbia Heights Senior High operates within a large suburban environment that provides students access to the broader Twin Cities metropolitan area while maintaining a distinct community identity in this established Minnesota suburb.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-4.77 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency22%
Expected (poverty-adj.)26%
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness3.3Fair30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation17.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,723

Columbia Heights Senior High — Students at Columbia Heights Senior High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.8%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Columbia Heights Senior High Compares

See how Columbia Heights Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
4th percentile in MN
Academic
4.2/10
4.2/10
Growth
4.2/10
Below average
Environment
4.3/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers

Location

1400 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Columbia Heights Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fridley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fridley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia Heights, see our Columbia Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Anchor Columbia Heights 0.0 mi
Columbia Heights Transition Program Columbia Heights 0.0 mi
EARLY CHILDHOOD Columbia Heights 0.1 mi 7.3
Virtual Heights Secondary Columbia Heights 0.1 mi
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights 0.1 mi 5.7
COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights 0.5 mi 4.0
Columbia Academy Anchor Program Columbia Heights 0.5 mi
LITTLE VOYAGEURS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia Heights 0.6 mi
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights 0.5 mi 6.7
North Park School for Innovation Fridley 0.9 mi 6.0
GLOBAL ACADEMY New Brighton 0.7 mi 6.0
Bultum Academy Columbia Heights 1.0 mi 7.9
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Columbia Heights 1.1 mi 6.6
TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley 1.3 mi 5.9
FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH Fridley 1.5 mi 5.9
TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Fridley 1.5 mi
Highview Middle School New Brighton 1.3 mi 4.8
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary Columbia Heights 1.4 mi 7.9
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary Columbia Heights 1.4 mi 8.2
Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle Columbia Heights 1.4 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,141

Median Home Value

$260,500

Median Rent

$1,281/mo

Population

31,051

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

36.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Columbia Heights Senior High has a median household income of $75,141. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,500, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LITTLE FALLS SENIOR HIGH Little Falls, MN 4.0
Red Wing Senior High Red Wing, MN 3.8
ZIMMERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Zimmerman, MN 4.1
FAIRMONT JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Fairmont, MN 4.2
MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL Marshall, MN 4.3
ALBERT LEA SENIOR HIGH Albert Lea, MN 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Columbia Heights Senior High

What grades does Columbia Heights Senior High serve?

Columbia Heights Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Columbia Heights Senior High?

Columbia Heights Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,094 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Heights Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Heights Senior High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Columbia Heights Senior High rank in MN?

Columbia Heights Senior High is ranked #1900 out of 1,986 schools in MN.

What is Columbia Heights Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Columbia Heights Senior High has a composite rating of 3.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Columbia Heights Senior High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Columbia Heights Senior High has 24.0% math proficiency and 36.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Columbia Heights Senior High a charter school?

No, Columbia Heights Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Columbia Heights Senior High a Title I school?

No, Columbia Heights Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia Heights Senior High?

76.6% of students at Columbia Heights Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,515/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Columbia Heights). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,094
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anoka County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
3,420
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,617
District Rank
#6 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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