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Columbus Elementary

Elementary School · Columbus School District

200 Fuller St, Columbus, WI 53925

Enrollment

438

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,243 of 2,105

In Columbus

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Columbus School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Columbus Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Discovery Charter School

8.4/10

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Columbus Middle

7.5/10

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About Columbus Elementary

Columbus Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbus, WI, part of Columbus School District. Columbus Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,243 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Columbus Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,658
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Columbus Elementary — Students at Columbus Elementary score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 24 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2010
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
54.9%
ELA
39.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Columbus Elementary Compares

See how Columbus Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in WI
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

Location

200 Fuller St, Columbus, WI 53925

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Columbus Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fall River Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Fall River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Discovery Charter School (rated 8.4/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RANDOLPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Randolph), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Discovery Charter School Columbus 0.0 mi 8.4
Columbus Middle Columbus 0.1 mi 7.5
Columbus High Columbus 0.6 mi 4.4
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.5 mi 6.2
ST JEROME SCHOOL Columbus 0.8 mi 6.7
PETERSEN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Columbus 2.0 mi
WISCONSIN ACADEMY Columbus 2.5 mi 8.6
Fall River Elementary Fall River 3.7 mi 9.2
Fall River High Fall River 3.7 mi 6.2
Waterloo Middle Waterloo 10.0 mi 5.4
Waterloo High Waterloo 10.0 mi 5.3
Waterloo Intermediate Waterloo 10.0 mi 6.3
Waterloo Elementary Waterloo 10.1 mi 6.8
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waterloo 10.6 mi 5.5
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Waterloo 10.8 mi
Marshall Early Learning Center Marshall 12.1 mi 6.7
Marshall Middle Marshall 12.1 mi 6.1
Marshall High Marshall 12.2 mi 4.0
Marshall Elementary Marshall 12.2 mi 6.0
RANDOLPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Randolph 14.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53925 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,667

Median Home Value

$258,400

Median Rent

$852/mo

Population

8,956

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Columbus Elementary

What grades does Columbus Elementary serve?

Columbus Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Columbus Elementary?

Columbus Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Columbus Elementary rank in WI?

Columbus Elementary ranks #1,243 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Columbus Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Columbus Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Columbus Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Columbus Elementary a charter school?

No, Columbus Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Columbus Elementary a Title I school?

No, Columbus Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbus Elementary?

36.8% of students at Columbus 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Columbia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

District

Columbus School District
District Enrollment
1,130
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,658
District Rank
#3 of 4

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