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Best Columbia City Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,516 students in Columbia City, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbia City, IN are Northern Heights Elementary School, Coesse School and Indian Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbia City, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Columbia City have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Columbia City, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5209 N Sr 109
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 691-2371
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Coesse School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2250 S 500 E
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-3351
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Indian Springs Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1692 S Sr 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5148
Gr: 6-8 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Little Turtle Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1710 S State Rd 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-3343
Gr: K-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Mary Raber Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
700 E Jackson St
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5857
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Columbia City, Indiana

Columbia City, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Columbia City High School Diamond Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
107 N Walnut St
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5772
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students
Our Kids Elementary School (Closed 2007)
107 N Walnut St
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5771
Gr: PK | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 66:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbia City, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbia City, IN include Northern Heights Elementary School, Coesse School and Indian Springs Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Columbia City?
5 public elementary schools are located in Columbia City.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbia City?
Columbia City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Columbia City are often viewed compared to one another?

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