North Columbus Elementary vs Shaw High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Columbus Elementary
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
737 students
Shaw High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,162 students
| Measure | North Columbus Elementary Columbus, Georgia | Shaw High School Columbus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #507 of 1,308 | #303 of 431 |
| National rank | #26302 of 50,301 | #14492 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 737 | 1,162 |
| Enrollment | 737 | 1,162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.5% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 20% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Columbus Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.3 vs 24.5).
- •North Columbus Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 20%).
- •North Columbus Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 34%).
- •North Columbus Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.5% vs 81%).
- •Shaw High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.0).
- •Shaw High School is the larger school with 1,162 students compared with 737.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Columbus Elementary better than Shaw High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Columbus Elementary ranks higher (48.3 vs 24.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Columbus Elementary and Shaw High School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Columbus Elementary: 737. Shaw High School: 1,162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Columbus Elementary and Shaw High School rank in Georgia?
North Columbus Elementary is 507th of 1,308 and Shaw High School is 303rd of 431 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).