Columbia Middle School serves 735 students in grades 6-8.
Columbia Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 735 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2013 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
94%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Middle School's ranking?
Columbia Middle School is ranked #2013 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
735 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Columbia Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% 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 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbia Middle School offer ?
Columbia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Columbia Middle School part of?
Columbia Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
View the Columbia Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 15, 2023 (Friday)
Winter Break (Schools Closed)
December 18, 2023 (Monday)
First Day of School (2nd Semester)
January 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Schools Closed)
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School (2nd Semester)
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 6/9/2015
I have two kids that has successfully completed the Magnet programs in the DeKalb County School District. Soon my grandson will follow in their footsteps.
My daughter was in the magnet program from elementary thru High School. 10 Years apart my son followed. I am proud of the program, it really works. Both graduated from Columbia High School.
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