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ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
STUDENT LIFE
District Calendar
STUDENT LIFE
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
STUDENT LIFE
Reviews From Schools in Columbia
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Parent / Guardian
July 02, 2024
This is a terrible school it has falling apart portables and the cafeteria smells like mold.the teachers are no better than the environment the students have to learn in.
Review for
Five Points Elementary School
Current student
September 10, 2023
This place doesn't make anyone feel safe, and seems to constantly want to suspend whoever they feel like instead of fixing bullying or other problems. The credit recovery is the only reason that the... More
Review for
Columbia High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 15, 2023
Unsafe school, the administration team allows bullying to happen because they pick favoritism. They won’t help your child if they have special needs.
Review for
Belmont Academy
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