Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus serves 202 students in grades 5-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus's student population of 202 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
41%
16%
Black
10%
14%
White
35%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
88%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus?
202 students attend Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus?
Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus offer ?
Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus part of?
Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus is part of Columbia Borough School District.
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