Columbia High School is a public high school located in Columbia Station, Ohio, southwest of Cleveland, Ohio. The school colors are kelly green and white. The sports teams are known as the Raiders. The school is a member of the Lorain County League.
Serving 273 students in grades 9-12, Columbia High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Motto
Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Columbia High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#892 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #892 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
273 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Columbia High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia High School offer ?
Columbia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia High School part of?
Columbia High School is part of Columbia Local School District.
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