Very Good
#3577 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Columbia Middle
Middle School · Sunnyvale
739 Morse Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,577 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#15 of 18
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Sunnyvale
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Columbia Middle
Middle School in Sunnyvale · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbia Middle
Columbia Middle is a public middle school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Sunnyvale. Columbia Middle serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,577 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Columbia Middle — Students at Columbia Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Columbia Middle Compares
See how Columbia Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
739 Morse Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mission Early College High (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cumberland Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - San Aleso Campus Sunnyvale | 0.4 mi | — |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| San Miguel Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Rainbow Montessori Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | — |
| Lakewood Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ellis Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Sunnyvale | 1.5 mi | — |
| Helios School Sunnyvale | 1.8 mi | — |
| Stratford School Washington Park Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | — |
| LITTLE TREE MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.8 mi | — |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Fairwood Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Vargas Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SUNNYVALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cumberland Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| CHAMPION KINDER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,563
Median Home Value
$1,534,500
Median Rent
$3,187/mo
Population
23,159
College Educated
62.2%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
32.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Middle
What grades does Columbia Middle serve?
Columbia Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Columbia Middle?
Columbia Middle has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Middle is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia Middle rank in CA?
Columbia Middle ranks #3,577 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Columbia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Columbia Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Columbia Middle a charter school?
No, Columbia Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia Middle a Title I school?
No, Columbia Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia Middle?
40.3% of students at Columbia Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.9%
- Phone
- (408) 522-8247
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyvale- District Enrollment
- 5,618
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,127
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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