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Columbia High School

DeKalb County · DeKalb County · 2106 Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30032.0

(678)874-0802

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1/10
#354
Rank 354 out of 384
Top 92%
English Language Arts2/10 · #350 · 11th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #336 · 13th percentile
Science2/10 · #344 · 12th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Columbia High School sits in the Stone Mountain Road corridor of DeKalb County, a part of metro Atlanta that's densely connected, culturally diverse, and often overlooked by families who gravitate toward the county's more northern zip codes. The school's academic profile reflects real room for growth, making it a fit for families who are invested in being part of a school community that's actively working to improve — and who value proximity to Atlanta's job market and affordable housing in a well-established neighborhood. Families willing to get involved and advocate for their students will find a school where that engagement can genuinely make a difference.

Student Demographics

241 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
217 (90%)
Hispanic
15 (6%)
Other
9 (4%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged241 (100%)
Students with Disabilities20 (8%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,708
Enrollment
63
Teachers (FTE)
27.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

80.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

5
AP Courses
offered
13.6%
AP Participation
of students
122
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #98 · 75th percentile

55 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found