Summary:
The 68602 zip code in Columbus, Nebraska is home to a single high school, Columbus High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's performance, as measured by key metrics like graduation rates, test scores, and chronic absenteeism, is generally below the state averages, suggesting room for improvement. However, the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, with over 53% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Columbus High School had a 87.9% four-year graduation rate for the 2024-2025 school year, which is below the state average. The school also had a higher-than-average chronic absenteeism rate of 19.3%. In terms of academic achievement, Columbus High School's proficiency rates in ACT English Language Arts (31.15%), Math (33.33%), and Science (42.68%) were all below the state averages in the 2024-2025 school year, though the school's performance was slightly better the previous year.
Despite the challenges, the school's spending per student ($13,800 in 2023-2024) and student-teacher ratio (16.9 in 2023-2024) are within typical ranges. With targeted interventions and support, Columbus Public Schools may be able to help Columbus High School improve its outcomes and better support its students, many of whom come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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