Serving 184 students in grades 6-8, Columbia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 184 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In partnership with our community, our mission is to provide relevant and challenging work that engages students so they persist when experiencing difficulties and have a sense of accomplishment when they succeed.
School Mascot
Coyotes
School Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1824 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
46%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Coyotes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Middle School's ranking?
Columbia Middle School is ranked #1824 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
184 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Columbia Middle School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Columbia Middle School offer ?
Columbia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Middle School part of?
Columbia Middle School is part of Columbia (Walla Walla) School District.
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