Christopher Columbus School (Closed 2005)

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 63% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
351 students

Showing 1995–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
28 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (NJ)
Hispanic
94%
35%

Showing 1995–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
14%
White
5%
37%

Showing 1995–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
95%
0.11

Showing 1995–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%

Showing 1995–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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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