Serving 387 students in grades 5-8, Columbia MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Math Proficiency: 7%
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia MiddleSchool's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
22 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbia MiddleSchool is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
37%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
47%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Columbia MiddleSchool often compared to?
Columbia MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ephrata Middle School, Manheim Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Columbia MiddleSchool?
387 students attend Columbia MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Columbia MiddleSchool students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What grades does Columbia MiddleSchool offer ?
Columbia MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia MiddleSchool part of?
Columbia MiddleSchool is part of Columbia Borough SD School District.
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