Serving 90 students in grades 6-8, Columbia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Columbia, NC, encompassing approximately 597.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 18.2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 24 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 90 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence!
School Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2238 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
10%
4%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
CMS Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Middle School's ranking?
Columbia Middle School is ranked #2238 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
90 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Columbia Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Middle School?
Columbia Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Columbia Middle School offer ?
Columbia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Middle School part of?
Columbia Middle School is part of Tyrrell County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Columbia Middle School located?
Columbia Middle School is located in the Midtown Downtown neighborhood of Columbia, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown Downtown.
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