Columbia, IL is a small town located in southwestern Illinois with a population of just over 4,000. The local education in Columbia consists of one public elementary school, one public middle school, and one public high school. The schools are part of the Community Unit School District #4 which strives to provide quality learning opportunities to its students. The district is well-respected for its commitment to students' academic success and has been awarded an overall rating of 8 out of 10 by BestPlaces.net. In addition to the public schools, there are also private religious schools available for families who are interested in providing their children with a faith-based education. Overall, Columbia provides excellent educational opportunities for its citizens, ensuring that all students have access to the resources they need in order to learn and thrive academically.
Columbia schools spend $9,351 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 19 pupils per teacher, 1,026 students per librarian, and 684 children per counselor.