Founded in 1884, Columbia High School operates in an urban area located in the capital city, Columbi
Goals for Columbia High School
• To increase the on-time graduation rate of our students.
• To increase our student attendance rate.
• To increase the percent of students passing and scoring proficiently on End-of-Course exams and other identified standardized state-wide assessments.
• To improve administrator and teacher quality through increased professional development opportunities.
• To improve and strengthen parental involvement and community partnerships.
05/20/2026
Denise Joyner, CHS Senior was honored during the Military Honor Cord Ceremony alongside more than 260 seniors from across South Carolina who have committed to military service.
Hosted by the South Carolina Department of Education, the ceremony celebrated students for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving our nation.
We are incredibly proud of Denise as she begins her journey with the United States Air Force!
05/20/2026
Congratulations to our CHS Richland One High School Academic Scholar Recipients!
05/18/2026
Congratulations to Lamareon George, CHS Senior, for soaring 6’6 Ft and earning the title of 2026 2A High Jump State Champion placing 1st at the State Meet on Friday, May 15, 2026! We are proud of your hard work, dedication, and outstanding accomplishment!
05/16/2026
A few of our Capital Seniors celebrated at the University of South Carolina Upward Bound Awards Ceremony.
05/09/2026
CHS Teacher Cadet scholars celebrate participating at the End of the Year Breakfast.
05/08/2026
Congratulations to Mrs. Myadala on receiving her National Board Re-Certification!🌟
05/08/2026
Columbia High School Senior Scholars participated in the Young Men United (YMU) Graduation Ceremony on May 7, 2026, at Second Nazareth Baptist Church. ✨
05/06/2026
Congratulations to our Columbia High School JAG Program for earning national recognition at the Jobs for America’s Graduates National Career Development Conference in Salt Lake City!
Under the leadership of JAG Specialist LaTonya Jackson, our CHS JAG scholars received the National Service Project Merit Award (High School Division) for completing impactful service supporting individuals experiencing homelessness.
We are proud of our students for demonstrating leadership, compassion, and commitment!
05/06/2026
Today, we proudly celebrate National School Nurse Day and honor our amazing school nurse, Nurse Ritter!
Your commitment helps keep our school safe, healthy, and thriving. Please join us in thanking Nurse Ritter for the difference she makes every single day! 💙🩺
05/03/2026
Columbia High School Prom 2026 ✨
| Monday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Friday | 7:30am - 4pm |