Columbus Elementary School serves 309 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Columbus Elementary School's student population of 309 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
The diversity score of Columbus Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions How many students attend Columbus Elementary School?
309 students attend Columbus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Columbus Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Elementary School?
Columbus Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbus Elementary School offer ?
Columbus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbus Elementary School part of?
Columbus Elementary School is part of Chariton Community School District.
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