Central Columbia El Sch vs Central Columbia SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 740 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Columbia El Sch
Bloomsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–4
705 students
Central Columbia SHS
Bloomsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
601 students
| Measure | Central Columbia El Sch Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania | Central Columbia SHS Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #285 of 1,627 | #52 of 618 |
| National rank | #4350 of 50,301 | #595 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 705 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 705 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 87% |
| city | Bloomsburg | Bloomsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Columbia SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.5 vs 81.1).
- •Central Columbia SHS does better on math proficiency (87% vs 69%).
- •Central Columbia SHS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Central Columbia SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29% vs 38.3%).
- •Central Columbia El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.7).
- •Central Columbia El Sch is the larger school with 705 students compared with 601.
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 Central Columbia El Sch better than Central Columbia SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Central Columbia SHS ranks higher (85.5 vs 81.1 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 Central Columbia El Sch and Central Columbia SHS?
About 740 m in a straight line, between Bloomsburg and Bloomsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Columbia El Sch: 705. Central Columbia SHS: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Columbia El Sch and Central Columbia SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Columbia El Sch is 285th of 1,627 and Central Columbia SHS is 52nd of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).