The Columbia Secondary School for Math, Science, & Engineering is a selective public, sixth- through twelfth-grade school that opened in 2007.
Serving 718 students in grades 6-12, Columbia Secondary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Columbia Secondary School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Columbia Secondary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Secondary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#470 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
27%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pride
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Secondary School's ranking?
Columbia Secondary School is ranked #470 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Columbia Secondary School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Columbia Secondary School?
718 students attend Columbia Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Columbia Secondary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Secondary School?
Columbia Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Columbia Secondary School offer ?
Columbia Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbia Secondary School part of?
Columbia Secondary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 5 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
Awesome school. The teachers and faculty are amazing!! There is lots of homework. High School Students have the opportunity to attend Columbia University for free.The school has a relationship with Columbia University which provides all kind of opportunities from one on one tutoring and mentoring. If you can get in then highly recommend the school. You student should be prepared to study.
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