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Best Columbia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 322 students in Columbia, AL.

The top-ranked public school in Columbia, AL is Houston County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Columbia, AL public school have an score of 12% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Columbia have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.

Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Columbia, AL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Houston County High School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
:

Bottom 50%

200 W Church St
Columbia, AL 36319
(334) 696-2221

Gr: 7-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Columbia, AL?

The top-ranked public schools in Columbia, AL include Houston County High School.

How many public schools are located in Columbia?

1 public schools are located in Columbia.

What is the racial composition of students in Columbia?

Columbia public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).