Columbia ACT scores are ranked higher than the state in a five-year period, according to ACT compiled data beginning in 2013. The Columbia Public School District’s average composite score is 21.5, ranking higher than the state average.
Community Relations Director Michelle Baumstark says the students get a chance to have the ACT curriculum taught to them in the classroom where they can receive extra practice.
“We do provide some practice opportunities for students, who aren’t used to taking these standardized exams,” Baumstark said.
Even though the school district has the curriculum set up to where the lessons fall in line with the ACT, the main objective isn’t about the content, she said, but more about building students’ confidence during the school year.