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Jefferson County School District No. R-1

Columbine High School

#6 in Best Public High Schools in Jefferson County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Littleton, CO
  • 352 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Columbine High School is a highly rated, public school located in Littleton, CO. It has 1,691 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 41% of students are at least proficient in math and 41% in reading.
    jeffcopublicschools.org
    (303) 982-4400
    6201 South Pierce Street
    Littleton, CO 80123
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    Columbine High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    41%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    41%
    Average Graduation Rate
    92%
    Average SAT
    1220
    188 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    220 responses
    AP Enrollment
    24%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B+
    Median Household Income
    $97,846
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,751
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $368,700
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.53 responses
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.53 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 185 responses
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    • "We Are Columbine" chant
      20%
    • Assembly time
      15%
    • After prom
      14%
    • School Musical
      10%
    • Homecoming
      9%
    • Games
      9%
    • Teachers taking seniors to prom
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,691
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    20%
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.55 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.55 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.55 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    20:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $57,733
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    17%
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.63 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.63 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.63 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,165/ year
    National
    $12,239
    80%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.64 responses
    36%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.64 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.64 responses
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    At Columbine High School, I felt included. Between the community's support for academics, athletics, and community service, I felt that my school really invested in a greater good that I didn't really see anywhere else around me. Personally, I generally felt connected to all of my teachers and a lot of students. There were several instances where our principal and teachers actively advocated and encouraged inclusion between students. At this year's homecoming assembly, our principal challenged all of the students to meet five new people that we otherwise wouldn't have met, encouraging everyone to go out of their way to interact with someone they probably never would have. I am proud to have been included in the Columbine family.
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    I've gone to Columbine for four years now and am graduating this May! In my time here, I've fallen in love with everything that has happened during my high school career. This school has so much to offer for every individual. The only thing I would change would be the Campus Security as sometimes they can be a little harsh. Other than that I've really enjoyed my time here!
    I love this school! I love it because even when I had bad days, I never hated my school. Sure, I hated the work and the tests and everything, but I never hated Columbine. Whatever effort I put in, I got out. Even with the tragedy weighing on us, we didn’t waver. We turned a day of sadness into a day of service. We altered our attitudes and lifestyles to make our community whole again. The tragedy may have torn us apart at one time, but we have since put ourselves back together. We’re not perfect, far from it. But we’re thriving.