Serving 1,013 students in grades 6-8, Columbia Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 1,013 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#554 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
30%
36%
White
43%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 #554 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Columbia Middle School often compared to?
Columbia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
1,013 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Columbia Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Middle School?
Columbia Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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 Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Dismissal/Last Day of Semester (CMS Events)
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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