Serving 1,166 students in grades 5-8, Columbus Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbus Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Columbus, NE school district, encompassing approximately 64.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest point in the zone located 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus Middle School's student population of 1,166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbus Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Middle School's ranking?
Columbus Middle School is ranked #679 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Columbus Middle School?
1,166 students attend Columbus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Columbus Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Middle School?
Columbus Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Columbus Middle School offer ?
Columbus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Middle School part of?
Columbus Middle School is part of Columbus School District.
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