Serving 295 students in grades 5-8, Columbiana South Side Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbiana South Side Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Columbiana South Side Middle School's student population of 295 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbiana South Side Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbiana South Side Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#434 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Football, Swimming, Track, Track and Field, Volley Ball, Weightlifting, Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Challenge, Amateur Radio Club, National Junior Honor Society, Principal Advisory Club, Robotics Club, Student Council
Academic Challenge, Amateur Radio Club, National Junior Honor Society, Principal Advisory Club, Robotics Club, Student Council
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Our 2024 Blue Ribbon School has worked effortlessly to ensure parents have options that work for their families while continuing toprovide a solid foundation for our students. This foundation willserve as a catalyst for future success.The collaborative efforts of Columbiana Middle School's learning community have increased student achievement.
- Columbiana Middle School houses Grades5-8 and offers a full range of fundamental, gifted, and special education curricula. We promote building strong relationships and making lasting memories for our students by offering a wide variety of educational programming and extra- and co-curricularactivities, including a well-rounded selection of musicand sports opportunities.
- The vision for Columbiana Middle School is to provide students with a positive and safe middle school experience, academic rigor, and life skills development. We strive to foster a culture of academic excellence where high expectations are established to ensure student and staff success. Moreover, Columbiana Middle School promotes communication, collaboration, instructional differentiation, career exploration, academic distinction, and the social and emotional well-being of everyone within our learning community. Further, as a learning community, we strive to establish a positive environment where learning is exciting, enjoyable, and memorable for all students.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbiana South Side Middle School's ranking?
Columbiana South Side Middle School is ranked #434 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbiana South Side Middle School often compared to?
Columbiana South Side Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Middle School, Leetonia Elementary K-6 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbiana South Side Middle School?
295 students attend Columbiana South Side Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Columbiana South Side Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbiana South Side Middle School?
Columbiana South Side Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbiana South Side Middle School offer ?
Columbiana South Side Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbiana South Side Middle School part of?
Columbiana South Side Middle School is part of Columbiana Exempted Village School District.
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