Serving 602 students in grades 8-9, Columbia Junior High 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 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Columbia Junior High School's student population of 602 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
All students on track to graduate.
School Rankings
Columbia Junior High 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 Junior High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1507 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
39%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Junior High School's ranking?
Columbia Junior High School is ranked #1507 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Junior High School?
602 students attend Columbia Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Columbia Junior High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Junior High School?
Columbia Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Columbia Junior High School offer ?
Columbia Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Junior High School part of?
Columbia Junior High School is part of Fife School District.
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