The national average community college student size is approximately 4,648 students (2025-26).
For public community colleges, the average student size is approximately 7,287 students.
For private community colleges, the average student size is approximately 891 students.
College Size Range: 1053
12235
Avg. College Size: 4190
Average Community College Student Size (2025-26)
State
Average College Size
Largest Colleges
(# of Students)
(# of Students)
1,284 students
3,334 students
2,317 students
6,200 students
8,519 students
4,336 students
4,028 students
5,345 students
3,403 students
3,939 students
3,171 students
12,235 students
6,124 students
9,602 students
3,093 students
4,326 students
1,718 students
3,756 students
7,393 students
2,821 students
5,008 students
3,823 students
3,335 students
5,114 students
1,053 students
4,197 students
1,300 students
2,945 students
2,648 students
4,226 students
3,453 students
5,241 students
3,515 students
2,915 students
2,763 students
3,812 students
1,862 students
2,127 students
3,907 students
1,233 students
2,383 students
7,528 students
9,485 students
4,763 students
5,191 students
6,161 students
1,086 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average community college student size?
The national average community college student size is 4,648 for 2025-26.
What are schools with the highest average community college student size in the United States?
The schools with the highest average community college student size in the United States include Ivy Tech Community College, Lone Star College System and Dallas College.
What is the state with the highest average community college student size?
The state with the highest average community college student size is Idaho.
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