COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL
1,273 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Columbus High School, located at 3434 Discoverer Drive in Columbus, Nebraska, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Columbus Public Schools district. As a central pillar of the community, the school is dedicated to preparing its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether through higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The facility is designed to support a comprehensive academic environment, offering a wide array of core curriculum subjects, advanced placement opportunities, and elective courses aimed at fostering both intellectual and personal growth.
Beyond academics, Columbus High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led organizations. These programs are intended to develop leadership, teamwork, and school spirit among students. By balancing rigorous educational standards with opportunities for social and creative development, Columbus High School strives to cultivate a supportive learning community that prepares its "Discoverers" to become productive and responsible citizens in their local and global communities.
Beyond academics, Columbus High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led organizations. These programs are intended to develop leadership, teamwork, and school spirit among students. By balancing rigorous educational standards with opportunities for social and creative development, Columbus High School strives to cultivate a supportive learning community that prepares its "Discoverers" to become productive and responsible citizens in their local and global communities.
1,273
Total Students
76.7
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 656 |
| Hispanic | 553 |
| Black | 21 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 24 |
| American Indian | 10 |
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White656 (51.5 %)
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Hispanic553 (43.4 %)
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Two or More24 (1.9 %)
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Black21 (1.6 %)
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American Indian10 (0.8 %)
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Asian9 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | COLUMBUS PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Phone: | (402)563-7050 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,273 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 76.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 522 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 172 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
316
Grade 10
313
Grade 11
332
Grade 12
312
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 316 |
| Grade 10 | 313 |
| Grade 11 | 332 |
| Grade 12 | 312 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 624 | 49% |
| Male | 649 | 51% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School
311 Students
High School 9th - 12th