Serving 704 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Central Columbia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Columbia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Columbia Elementary School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Central Columbia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Columbia Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Columbia Elementary School's ranking?
Central Columbia Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
Central Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Elementary School, Millville Area Elementary School, W W Evans Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Central Columbia Elementary School?
704 students attend Central Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Central Columbia Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Columbia Elementary School?
Central Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Central Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Columbia Elementary School part of?
Central Columbia Elementary School is part of Central Columbia School District.
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