Serving 809 students in grades 5-6, Columbia Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% 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 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kings Mills, OH, covering approximately 21.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Columbia Intermediate School's student population of 809 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
809 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Intermediate School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#510 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
74%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Intermediate School's ranking?
Columbia Intermediate School is ranked #510 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbia Intermediate School often compared to?
Columbia Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J F Burns Elementary School, Little Miami Elementary School, Kings Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbia Intermediate School?
809 students attend Columbia Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Columbia Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Intermediate School?
Columbia Intermediate School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Intermediate School offer ?
Columbia Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Intermediate School part of?
Columbia Intermediate School is part of Kings Local School District.
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