Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Columbia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbia Middle School's student population of 672 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5497 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Middle School's ranking?
Columbia Middle School is ranked #5497 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
672 students attend Columbia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Columbia Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Middle School?
Columbia Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbia Middle School located?
Columbia Middle School is located in the Snail neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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