Serving 1,114 students in grades 6-8, Christopher Columbus Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christopher Columbus Middle School's student population of 1,114 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christopher Columbus Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christopher Columbus Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1460 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
69%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher Columbus Middle School's ranking?
Christopher Columbus Middle School is ranked #1460 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Christopher Columbus Middle School often compared to?
Christopher Columbus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Christopher Columbus Middle School?
1,114 students attend Christopher Columbus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Christopher Columbus Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christopher Columbus Middle School?
Christopher Columbus Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Christopher Columbus Middle School offer ?
Christopher Columbus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Christopher Columbus Middle School part of?
Christopher Columbus Middle School is part of Clifton Public School District.
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