Christopher Columbus School serves 351 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
28 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
94%
34%
Black
1%
14%
White
5%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Union City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Christopher Columbus School?
351 students attend Christopher Columbus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Christopher Columbus School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Christopher Columbus School offer ?
Christopher Columbus School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Christopher Columbus School part of?
Christopher Columbus School is part of Union City School District.
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