Serving 343 students in grades 5-8, Columbia Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Columbia Station, OH, covering approximately 25.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 343 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.32, 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
#850 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
White
82%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Middle School's ranking?
Columbia Middle School is ranked #850 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbia Middle School often compared to?
Columbia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copopa Elementary School, Columbia High School, Keystone Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
343 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Columbia Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% 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 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Middle School offer ?
Columbia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Middle School part of?
Columbia Middle School is part of Columbia Local School District.
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