Columbian High School is a comprehensive public high school in Tiffin, Ohio, United States. It is the only public high school in the Tiffin City School District. Their nickname is the Tornadoes. A long time member of the Northern Ohio League, Tiffin Columbian joined the Sandusky Bay Conference in 2017.
Serving 786 students in grades 9-12, Columbian High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbian High School's student population of 786 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1859
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Motto
Great Schools! Great Students! Great Future!
School Rankings
Columbian High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbian High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1728 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tiffin City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Teddy Tornado
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbian High School's ranking?
Columbian High School is ranked #1728 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbian High School?
The graduation rate of Columbian High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbian High School?
786 students attend Columbian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Columbian High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbian High School?
Columbian High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbian High School offer ?
Columbian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbian High School part of?
Columbian High School is part of Tiffin City Schools.
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