What grades does North Columbia Elementary School serve?

North Columbia Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Appling area.

Where is North Columbia Elementary School located?

North Columbia Elementary School is a rural school in Appling, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Columbia Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Columbia Elementary School is 13.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Appling, GA?

Schools in Appling include North Columbia Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Appling area.

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North Columbia Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Appling, Georgia|Columbia County

Appling, GA 30802

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Student Fall Break/District Professional Learning DayBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Columbus Day Holiday - Schools ClosedHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Tue

Semester ExamsexamDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Jan

Tue

Professional Learning DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

472

Student:Teacher

13.1:1

Locale

Rural

District

Columbia County

Econ. Disadvantaged

35.0%

Phone

(706)541-1158

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

65-69%

Math Proficiency

65-69%

Chronic Absenteeism

4.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

30 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.6:1

Near average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

414

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

29.5

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,853

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,577

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,922

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 45%Local 48%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$344,551

-2.5% 1yr+46.6% 5yr

Savannah, GA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

14.6%

Below 150% poverty line

5.1%

Unemployment rate

8.7%

Uninsured residents

6.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

3,624

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,465

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

733 (21%)

Specific Learning Disability

730 (21%)

Speech/Language Impairment

660 (19%)

Autism

551 (16%)

Intellectual Disability

174 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

95 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

460

Current enrollment

Stable(+7% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Student Fall Break/District Professional Learning Day

Break

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Columbus Day Holiday - Schools Closed

Holiday

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving Break - Columbia County Schools

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Columbia County. North Columbia Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Early Dismissal/Parent ConferencesDistrict-wide Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Columbia County Schools	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Student Fall Break/District Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide Read more	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus Day Holiday - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide Read more	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Columbia County Schools	Break	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	Semester ExamsDistrict-wide Read more	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Read more	Break	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide Read more	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide Read more	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Early Dismissal/Parent ConferencesDistrict-wide Read more	half_day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Presidents Day BreakDistrict-wide Presidents Day Break - Columbia County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day Holiday - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide Read more	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Student Holiday - Columbia County Schools	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Teacher Work Day/District Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide Read more	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Student/Teacher HolidayDistrict-wide Read more	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Read more	Break	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Semester ExamsDistrict-wide Read more	exam	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Semester ExamsDistrict-wide Read more	exam	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Post-Planning for TeachersDistrict-wide Read more	Staff Day	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Columbia Elementary School

North Columbia Elementary School currently enrolls 472 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in GA.