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Columbia Junior High School

2901 54Th Avenue E, Tacoma, WA 98424, United States
+1 (253) 517-1600
http://cjh.fifeschools.com
2.8
Overall Rating

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Columbia Junior High School Overview

About This School

Columbia Junior High School is a public high in Tacoma, Washington, serving 619 students in grades Grade 8-9. Academic results show that students demonstrate 47% proficiency in ELA and 36% proficiency in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1 with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $100,755. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 247 students per counselor. Students at Columbia Junior High School are 53% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 37% White, 23% Hispanic, 14% Two or More Races, 10% Black, and 8% Asian individuals.

619
Total Students
Grade 8-9
20:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
29 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics0%
Science36%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 8-9
County
Pierce County
Students per Counselor
247:1

Columbia Junior High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 52%
N/A
Mathematics
36%
Science
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 49%

Class Information

20:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 18.2:1
State Avg: 19:1
247
Students per Counselor

Columbia Junior High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
29

Average Teacher Salary

$100,755
City Avg: $100,903
State Avg: $93,190

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Students per Counselor247:1

Columbia Junior High School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.83%
Male
45.88%
Female
Total Enrollment: 619 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White36.67%
Hispanic22.62%
Asian7.92%
Black10.18%
Two or More Races14.05%
Native American0.48%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Columbia Junior High School

Q: What is Columbia Junior High School?

A: Columbia Junior High School is a high public located in Tacoma.

Q: How many students attend Columbia Junior High School?

A: Columbia Junior High School has approximately 619 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Junior High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Junior High School is 20:1.

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Detailed Information about Columbia Junior High School

Columbia Junior High School is a public high in Tacoma, Washington, serving 619 students in grades Grade 8-9. Academic results show that students demonstrate 47% proficiency in ELA and 36% proficiency in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1 with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $100,755. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 247 students per counselor. Students at Columbia Junior High School are 53% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 37% White, 23% Hispanic, 14% Two or More Races, 10% Black, and 8% Asian individuals.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Columbia Junior High School - Tacoma, WA

Quick Facts about Columbia Junior High School
School NameColumbia Junior High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 8-9
Location2901 54Th Avenue E, Tacoma, WA 98424, Tacoma, WA
CountyPierce County
Phone+1 (253) 517-1600
Total Students619
Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Full-Time Teachers29
Rating2.8/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency36%

Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Junior High School

What is Columbia Junior High School?

Columbia Junior High School is a high public located in Tacoma.

How many students attend Columbia Junior High School?

Columbia Junior High School has approximately 619 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Junior High School is 20:1.

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