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Best West Columbia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,954 students in West Columbia, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in West Columbia, TX are West Columbia Elementary School, Barrow Elementary School and West Brazos J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Columbia, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in West Columbia have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in West Columbia, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
711 S Gray
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
Gr: K-5 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Barrow Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
112 Gaines
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
Gr: 1-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
West Brazos J High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
111 Roustabout Dr
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Columbia High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
521 S 16th St
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
Gr: 9-12 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Wild Peach Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3311 County Rd 353
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
Gr: PK-1 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Brazoria Co J J A E P
Alternative School
521 S 16th St
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
Gr: 9 | 1 student
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in West Columbia, Texas

West Columbia, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Brazoria Elementary School (Closed 2004)
P O Box 158
West Columbia, TX 77486
(409) 798-2070
Brazoria Intermediate School (Closed 2004)
P O Box 158
West Columbia, TX 77486
(409) 798-2080
Charlie Brown Intermediate School (Closed 2006)
P O Box 158
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-4113
Gr: 5-6 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
West Columbia Charter School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
719 W Brazos Ave
West Columbia, TX 77486
(210) 658-6848
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in West Columbia, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in West Columbia, TX include West Columbia Elementary School, Barrow Elementary School and West Brazos J High School.
How many public schools are located in West Columbia?
6 public schools are located in West Columbia.
What is the racial composition of students in West Columbia?
West Columbia public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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