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1 schools in Columbia

Connecticut · Public K-12

Of the 1 public K-12 school in Columbia, combined enrollment is roughly 440 students (an average of 440 per campus).

7-year change in Columbia

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
440
+10 (+2%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
83%
was 90%
% Hispanic
11%
was 7%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Horace W. Porter SchoolElementaryPK-08440

About Columbia

Columbia, Connecticut is home to 1 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 440 students. By school count, it is a low-population city.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 440, lower than the state mean of about 489.

Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment stayed largely flat: 430 students in SY 2017-18 versus 440 in SY 2024-25. The White share of public-school enrollment decreased from 90% to 83%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Columbia discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Columbia?
Columbia, Connecticut has 1 public K-12 schools serving approximately 440 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Columbia?
Columbia has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Columbia?
Horace W. Porter School is the largest public school in Columbia by enrollment, with approximately 440 students.
What school districts serve Columbia?
Columbia public schools are operated by Columbia School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Columbia cover?
Public schools in Columbia serve students from pre-K through grade 8.