Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Columbia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbia Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8318 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia Elementary School is ranked #8318 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison-bethune Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
542 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Columbia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Columbia Elementary School part of?
Columbia Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbia Elementary School located?
Columbia Elementary School is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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