For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,065 students in Columbus Municipal School District. This district's average testing ranking is 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
九游体育s in Columbus Municipal School District have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MS)
# Schools
9 Schools
1,043 Schools
# Students
3,065 Students
440,091 Students
# Teachers
230 Teachers
33,811 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
District Rank
Columbus Municipal School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 148 school districts in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 88% has increased from 80% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#128 out of 148 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.14
0.61
# American Indian Students
n/a
2,933 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
19 Students
4,926 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
1%
# Hispanic Students
55 Students
21,669 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
5%
# Black Students
2,841 Students
205,626 Students
% Black Students
93%
47%
# White Students
95 Students
184,374 Students
% White Students
3%
42%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
302 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
55 Students
20,261 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
4%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
96
9,307
# Students in K Grade:
250
32,822
# Students in 1st Grade:
248
33,793
# Students in 2nd Grade:
262
33,611
# Students in 3rd Grade:
247
32,438
# Students in 4th Grade:
203
30,795
# Students in 5th Grade:
216
30,335
# Students in 6th Grade:
174
32,213
# Students in 7th Grade:
213
33,697
# Students in 8th Grade:
179
32,414
# Students in 9th Grade:
246
35,648
# Students in 10th Grade:
253
34,938
# Students in 11th Grade:
234
32,214
# Students in 12th Grade:
183
28,189
# Ungraded Students:
61
7,677
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $13,833 is higher than the state median of $12,205. The school district revenue/student has grown by 7% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $13,281 is higher than the state median of $12,074. The school district spending/student has grown by 7% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$42 MM
$5,371 MM
Spending
$41 MM
$5,314 MM
Revenue / Student
$13,833
$12,205
Spending / Student
$13,281
$12,074
Best Columbus Municipal School District 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbus High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 Hemlock Street
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7200
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 937 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Cook Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2217 N Seventh Street
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7180
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7180
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Sale Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
520 Warpath Road
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7260
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7260
Grades: PK-5
| 275 students
Rank: #44.
Franklin Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 N Third Avenue
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7150
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7150
Grades: PK-5
| 268 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 Airline Road
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7140
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7140
Grades: PK-5
| 229 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Stokes Beard Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
311 Martin Luther King Dr.
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7270
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7270
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
Rank: #77.
Columbus Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
175 Highway 373
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7300
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 580 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cmsd Alternative School
Alternative School
1425 10th Ave North
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7250
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7250
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Mckellar Vocational Center
Vocational School
810 N Browder Street
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7290
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 241-7290
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Columbus Municipal School District?
Columbus Municipal School District manages 9 public schools serving 3,065 students.
What is the rank of Columbus Municipal School District?
Columbus Municipal School District is ranked #130 out of 148 school districts in Mississippi (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus Municipal School District?
93% of Columbus Municipal School District students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Columbus Municipal School District?
Columbus Municipal School District has a student/teacher ratio of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What is Columbus Municipal School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $13,281 is higher than the state median of $12,074. The school district spending/student has grown by 7% over four school years.
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
