At Columbus Catholic Schools we are proud to maintain a tradition of academic excellence.
Our young students at St. John the Baptist Primary (Pre-K-Grade 2) receive an outstanding educational foundation, with an emphasis in reading and math. At Our Lady of Peace Intermediate (Grades 3-5) their talents are nurtured further as they transition from emerging learners to middle school students. Our primary and intermediate students score among the highest in the country on the nationally-administered Iowa Test of Basic Skills. Additionally, the Columbus system is the only school system in the area that has a grade 1-12 Spanish program.
2011-12 Iowa Test of Basic Skills – Primary and Intermediate Schools
Grade 2 – 87 percentile composite
Grade 3 – 98 percentile composite
Grade 4 – 97 percentile composite
Grade 5 – 96 percentile composite
At Columbus Catholic Middle School (Grades6-8) we continue a strong academic base and introduce a variety of electives through our Exploratory Program. In a nurturing environment we encourage students to explore new interests and opportunities. Aside from our strong academics at CCMS, we strive to guide our students in developing greater organizational skills and stronger study habits that they will need in high school and beyond.
2011-12 Iowa Test of Basic Skills – Middle School
Grade 6 – 93 percentile composite
Grade 7 – 91 percentile composite
Grade 8 – 93 percentile composite
Columbus Catholic High School is known for its outstanding academics and its exceptional school spirit. Our CCHS students typically score the highest in our area on the ACT test. Over 90% of our Juniors take the ACT each year. At the same time, the vast majority of Columbus students participate in both athletics and music. We offer a variety of Honors, Advanced Placement, and college-credit courses to our CCHS students. Each year nearly $250,000 in college scholarships are awarded to our graduating seniors.
Columbus High School Five-Year ACT Composite Score Average – 23.1 (State Average=22.2 National Average=21.2)
For more information please contact Mary Hartl in our Development Office at (715)387-2444.