Serving 178 students in grades 6-8, Columbus Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbus Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Columbus, MT, encompassing approximately 312.8 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 17 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Columbus Middle School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbus Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#476 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Middle School's ranking?
Columbus Middle School is ranked #476 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Columbus Middle School?
178 students attend Columbus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Columbus Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Middle School?
Columbus Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Columbus Middle School offer ?
Columbus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Middle School part of?
Columbus Middle School is part of Columbus Elementary School District.
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