Columbus North High School is one of the public high schools located in Columbus, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation. Columbus North High School was previously known as Columbus High School.
Serving 2,360 students in grades 9-12, Columbus North High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbus North High School's student population of 2,360 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 159 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
159 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Motto
The Bull Dog Way is one of Respect, Responsibility, and Relationships.
School Rankings
Columbus North High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus North High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#470 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
61%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bartholomew Con School Corp School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus North High School's ranking?
Columbus North High School is ranked #470 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Columbus North High School often compared to?
Columbus North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus North High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus North High School is 83%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Columbus North High School?
2,360 students attend Columbus North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Columbus North High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus North High School?
Columbus North High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Columbus North High School offer ?
Columbus North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus North High School part of?
Columbus North High School is part of Bartholomew Con School Corp School District.
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