Columbia High School

Columbia High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1701 Westchester Dr,  Columbia, SC
Richland County School District One
3.1
3.2
665 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
960
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
C-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
49
Full Time Teachers
49
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
960
Math
460
Verbal
490
Average ACT
18
Math
18
English
18
Reading
19
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
4.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

English
46.5%
State Average
1.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
221:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.6%
Female
47.4%
Black
85.4%
Hispanic
5.1%
Two or more races
5%
White
3.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Interested in learning more about homes nearby? Reach out to Kathy Cobb, an experienced agent in this school's attendance zone.

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of South Carolina 145 Students
Coastal Carolina University 113 Students
Claflin University 107 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 106 Students
Winthrop University 104 Students
South Carolina State University 103 Students
College of Charleston 92 Students
Clemson University 74 Students
University of South Carolina - Upstate 73 Students
Francis Marion University 71 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 52 Students
Business 43 Students
Psychology 40 Students
Biology 37 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 21 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 15 Students
Computer Science 13 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 12 Students
Accounting 11 Students
Chemistry 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.1 103 Reviews
5.0 Alum
6/28/2023
It was an overall great school, wonderful teachers who pushed me to do my best as I pushed forward towards graduation
5.0
6/28/2023
My experience with Columbia High School was memorable and fun. I love the school itself, it's huge and modern. I made a lot of friends and my teachers were cool and relatable. The assistant principals treat everyone as if they were family. I will never forget my high school and I cherish all the memories.
4.0 Junior
6/27/2023
Many people believe Columbia is a rough school with terrible students, academics, and sports. Although I disagree, being at Columbia high for the past two years has made me realize that there is nothing wrong with Columbia High but the location of it. We have amazing teachers passionate about their job and student's ready to learn. But I feel like as a school we hold on to our past to much and how the school used to be.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
5.0 other
6/5/2024
This is the best high school I ever been to. Love it!
5.0 teacher
8/12/2015
There is an error in my previous post. The program is call STEM ( science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).
2.0 parent
2/11/2014
I have recently moved to columbia sc and columbia high school is a ok school but not perfect. There are some things I dont like about this school . First the school does have many fun days such as spirit week they have spirit week but its not very spirity type its a very carless school. They also do...
1.0 parent
10/27/2012
I moved to SC recently and enrolled my son who is 15 in the 9th grade, in Columbia High. If your child has an IEP, this is the worst school to send them. If they have to be in a "Self Contained" class, they will get no credit for attending high school only a certificate at graduation for attendance....

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools

Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.

Parks in this Area

Additional Neighborhoods in this Area

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.