Columbus Elementary School serves 301 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbus Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbus Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
8%
14%
White
90%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Columbus Elementary School?
301 students attend Columbus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Columbus Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Elementary School?
Columbus Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbus Elementary School offer ?
Columbus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbus Elementary School part of?
Columbus Elementary School is part of Chariton Comm School District.
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