- Cedar Ridge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,060 students
- Baker Place Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 958 students
- North Harlem Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 930 students
- Grovetown Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 908 students
- Parkway Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 795 students
- River Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 789 students
- Stevens Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 759 students
- Martinez Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 731 students
- Evans Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 730 students
- Westmont Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 720 students
- Euchee Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 705 students
- Riverside Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 640 students
- Lewiston Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 614 students
- Blue Ridge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 612 students
- Greenbrier Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 610 students
- Brookwood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 559 students
- North Columbia Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 460 students
- Grovetown Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,067 students
- Evans Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,030 students
- Harlem Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,025 students
- Columbia Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 903 students
- Greenbrier Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 853 students
- Stallings Island Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 729 students
- Riverside Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 711 students
- Lakeside Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 498 students
- Grovetown High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,256 students
- Greenbrier High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,935 students
- Lakeside High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,861 students
- Evans High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,800 students
- Harlem High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,318 students
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| Metric | Columbia County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 31 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Columbia County School District
If you live in ZIP 30814 — Columbia, Georgia — your assigned public schools are operated by Columbia County School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Georgia average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Columbia County School District runs approximately $12,100 annually, placing it 10% above the Georgia state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Columbia County School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Columbia County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Columbia County School District 6 out of 10 — average among Georgia public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Columbia County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30814
Children in zip code 30814 are assigned to Columbia County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 30814, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Columbia County School District at (706)541-0650 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Columbia
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Columbia County School District serves zip code 30814, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30814 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Columbia County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 30814.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Columbia County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30814 data.