Serving 308 students in grades 5-8, Columbia Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 308 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#850 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Middle School's ranking?
Columbia Middle School is ranked #850 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbia Middle School often compared to?
Columbia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copopa Elementary School, Columbia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
308 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Columbia Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Middle School?
Columbia Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Middle School offer ?
Columbia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Middle School part of?
Columbia Middle School is part of Columbia Local School District.
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