Serving 188 students in grades 6-8, Columbia Middle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 188 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
188 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1664 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
9%
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Hispanic
45%
25%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
50%
50%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Columbia Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Columbia Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/94000/93838/columbia-middle-school-chart-KpCUQ7.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Middle School's ranking?
Columbia Middle School is ranked #1664 out of 2,113 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
188 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Columbia Middle School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Middle School?
Columbia Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 (Walla Walla) School District.
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