COLUMBUS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

District Overview
Located in the heart of its community at 2508 27th Street in Columbus, Nebraska, Columbus Public Schools operates as an active, traditional public district serving a remote town setting within the greater Columbus area. The district maintains nine operational schools, providing a continuous educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade for a diverse student population of 4,171 learners. Representing a rich tapestry of cultural backgrounds, the student body includes a strong Hispanic majority alongside White, Black, Asian, Native American, and multiracial students. This dynamic environment equips students with tailored learning experiences from early childhood programs through high school graduation, fostering an inclusive atmosphere across all grade levels.

Behind the district’s daily operations is a robust workforce of more than 1,330 full-time equivalent personnel dedicated to academic achievement and student well-being. The instructional core features approximately 515 full-time teachers, maintaining an advantageous student-to-teacher ratio that enables attentive, personalized instruction. This faculty is supported by more than 160 instructional aides and over 660 dedicated support staff members who oversee specialized care, facility services, and administrative support. For parents evaluating educational options and researchers studying Midwestern town academic ecosystems, Columbus Public Schools presents a well-resourced, stable, and community-centered educational framework.
9
Total Schools
4,171
Total Students
514.7
Full-Time Teachers
8.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for COLUMBUS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Demographic Student Count
White1,743
Hispanic2,241
Black68
Asian30
Two or More58
American Indian30
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    2,241 (53.7%)
  • White
    1,743 (41.8%)
  • Black
    68 (1.6%)
  • Two or More
    58 (1.4%)
  • Asian
    30 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    30 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in COLUMBUS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High1
Other2
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:9
Students:4,171*
Teachers (FTE):514.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.1
Schools in COLUMBUS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Found 9 Schools