COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL
Columbia High School is a public high school that is part of the South Orange-Maplewood School District school district, located in MAPLEWOOD, NJ with about 2,007 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 141 teachers, Columbia High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 High School, located in Maplewood, New Jersey, serves the communities of Maplewood and South Orange as part of the South Orange-Maplewood School District. The school is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a robust, diverse curriculum that prepares students for higher education. Beyond its core academics, Columbia is well-known for its rich history and a strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement, boasting a wide array of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs that contribute to a vibrant and inclusive campus culture.
The school is frequently noted for its progressive environment, reflecting the diverse demographics of its surrounding suburban community. Columbia High School places a significant focus on social justice, equity, and civic participation, encouraging students to be active members of the global community. With a tradition that balances rigorous scholarly expectations with a focus on holistic student development, the school remains a centerpiece of the Maplewood-South Orange area, consistently striving to foster both intellectual growth and personal character in its student body.
For more information, contact Columbia High School at (973) 762-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040-1327
(973) 762-5600
COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in MAPLEWOOD, NJ with about 2,007 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- South Orange-Maplewood School District
- Total Students:
- 2,007
- Teachers:
- 141.4
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,007 students
- White
- 50.6%
- Black or African American
- 37.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.3%
- Asian
- 3.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 53.0%
- Male
- 47.0%
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.