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Middle Schools

Columbia Junior High School

Fife School District · Pierce County · 2901 54th Avenue E, Tacoma, WA 98424.0

(253)517-1600

4/10
#271
Rank 271 out of 408
English Language Arts5/10 · #225 · 45th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #298 · 27th percentile
Science4/10 · #269 · 31st percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Columbia Junior High sits in the Fife community just east of Tacoma, a working-class area with a strong sense of local identity and easy access to both the city and the open stretches of the Puyallup River valley. The school shows more strength in English than in math and science, so families who prioritize literacy and communication skills may find it a reasonable fit, though those seeking top academic benchmarks across the board will want to weigh their options. It's a school that likely appeals to families rooted in the Fife community who value a neighborhood school experience over a highly competitive academic environment.

Student Demographics

320 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
117 (37%)
Hispanic
75 (23%)
Multiple Races
50 (16%)
Asian
29 (9%)
African American
28 (9%)
Other
21 (7%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged182 (57%)
Students with Disabilities38 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

618
Enrollment
35
Teachers (FTE)
17.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
22.2
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #185 · 55th percentile

54 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found