Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Columbia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Columbia Elementary School's student population of 674 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
West Columbia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Columbia Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2896 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
58%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Columbia Elementary School's ranking?
West Columbia Elementary School is ranked #2896 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
West Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sweeny Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Columbia Elementary School?
674 students attend West Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Columbia Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Columbia Elementary School?
West Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Columbia Elementary School offer ?
West Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Columbia Elementary School part of?
West Columbia Elementary School is part of Columbia-Brazoria Independent School District.
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