Columbia Secondary School
- Public
- NEW YORK, NY
Public School
Columbia Secondary School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 6-12
- NEW YORK, NY
- Rating 3.76 out of 5 117 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade A+
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade C
- Foodgrade C minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B minus
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
93%
Percent Proficient - Math
90%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1280
213 responses
Average ACT
28
18 responses
AP Enrollment
46%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C minus
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade C minus
Median Household Income
$116,594
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,954
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$1,031,367
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
78%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 18 responsesPoll
50%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 18 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
701
Free or Reduced Lunch
41%
73%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 22 responses55%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 22 responses68%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 22 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$78,916
Teachers in First/Second Year
18.3%
68%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 28 responses82%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 28 responses61%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 28 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
No data available
National
$12,23958%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 31 responses16%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 31 responses52%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 31 responsesSimilar Schools
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Columbia Secondary School Reviews
Rating 3.76 out of 5 117 reviews
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When my daughter entered Columbia secondary school , she was suprised to see this school campus is so small compared to her previous school in Beijing China. Maybe it is in Newyork city,narrow, limit.More time she spent the time in school, more she like everything and enjoy very moment in school. The school has the teachers taking their best efforts help each students in their academy, arts, curriculum etc. The teachers are familiar with every student and have very good relationships with students. My daughter involved in the sports of cross country and annal Broadway musical in school. As the rising seniors ,the AP chemistry teacher and AP calculus gave them a lot of summer time homework which has wonderful explanations about it .I was told that the AP chemistry teacher Pro. Rachel Jun is a recipient of a 2018Blackboard Award! I’m very very glad the school gives the engineering lesson and to my surprise,she equipped an amazing robot full of high technology during the class.
CSS is an incredible school that will prepare you very well for college and beyond. The students are intelligent, motivated, and diverse. Teachers and administrators are supportive and excellent. Prospective students should be aware that the work load is heavy and the academics are rigorous. CSS can be a competitive place but it also has a wonderful community that all students can take advantage of.
They only teach to the test. An exorbitant amount of homework that will cause you to lose all motivation and love for learning.
Yes, a diverse school, it’s become less so as time goes on.
My English and philosophy teachers were the best part of high school experience. Other teachers, particularly music (she forced students to perform religious pieces even if they weren’t comfortable with it) were some of the worst.
Our college office is committed to the student body, but overwhelmed.
Across from morning side park, where someone was murdered. Students have been mugged and robbed several times near school. A pedophile and felon have been employed without sufficient background checks.
Administration: during Covid, administration was entirely absent. No support for students, my grade was entirely teaching ourselves with no online classes. The principal had no presence among the student body. Their behavior during the crisis speaks volumes to their lack of ability and care.
Yes, a diverse school, it’s become less so as time goes on.
My English and philosophy teachers were the best part of high school experience. Other teachers, particularly music (she forced students to perform religious pieces even if they weren’t comfortable with it) were some of the worst.
Our college office is committed to the student body, but overwhelmed.
Across from morning side park, where someone was murdered. Students have been mugged and robbed several times near school. A pedophile and felon have been employed without sufficient background checks.
Administration: during Covid, administration was entirely absent. No support for students, my grade was entirely teaching ourselves with no online classes. The principal had no presence among the student body. Their behavior during the crisis speaks volumes to their lack of ability and care.