COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 302 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in the downtown area of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and is part of the Colorado Springs School District 11. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is situated in a historic neighborhood, often noted for its central location and commitment to fostering a close-knit, community-oriented learning environment. The school emphasizes foundational academic skills while striving to provide a supportive atmosphere for a diverse student body.

As part of District 11, Columbia Elementary benefits from the resources of a large district while maintaining a school culture focused on individualized attention and student engagement. The school typically focuses on core curriculum standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, often integrating technology into the classroom to prepare students for middle school transitions. Parents and guardians are generally encouraged to participate in school activities, as the administration places a high value on the partnership between the home and the school to ensure student success.

For more information, contact COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 328-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

835 EAST ST VRAIN STREET
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903-3146
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COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 302 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
302
Teachers:
18.45
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 302 students

White
53.0%
Hispanic/Latino
32.5%
Two or more races
7.6%
Black or African American
6.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
0.3%

Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.