Columbia H S vs West Columbia El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 690 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia H S
West Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
885 students
West Columbia El
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
674 students
| Measure | Columbia H S West Columbia, Texas | West Columbia El West Columbia, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1225 of 1,419 | #2767 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12950 of 16,910 | #32149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 885 | 674 |
| Enrollment | 885 | 674 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 57.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 45% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Columbia El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.7 vs 31.7).
- •West Columbia El does better on math proficiency (45% vs 26%).
- •West Columbia El does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Columbia H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 57.3%).
- •Columbia H S does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.9).
- •Columbia H S is the larger school with 885 students compared with 674.
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 Columbia H S better than West Columbia El?
On the Success Index (US), West Columbia El ranks higher (39.7 vs 31.7 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 Columbia H S and West Columbia El?
About 690 m in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia H S: 885. West Columbia El: 674. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia H S and West Columbia El rank in Texas?
Columbia H S is 1225th of 1,419 and West Columbia El is 2767th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).