Columbus Elementary

Columbus Elementary serves 426 students in grades pre-kindergarten through sixth in Forest Lake, Minnesota. With 22 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.4:1, providing a manageable classroom environment for young learners. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 77th percentile statewide at #474 out of 2027 Minnesota elementary schools.

Students show strong achievement in core subjects, with 67% reaching proficiency or above in mathematics and 62% meeting standards in English language arts and reading across all grade levels. Columbus Elementary draws families from a stable community where the median household income reaches $96,006 and home values average $365,100. The area reflects an educated population, with 37% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.6%.

This economic stability provides a supportive foundation for the school's educational mission. Located on Notre Dame Street, Columbus Elementary sits in a rural setting near the town of Forest Lake in Anoka County, offering students a quieter learning environment while remaining connected to the broader Twin Cities metropolitan area.

Located in a rural area, Columbus Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.