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Columbia Academy Anchor Program
Middle School · COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
900 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Columbia Academy Anchor Program
Columbia Academy Anchor Program is a public middle school in Columbia Heights, MN, part of the COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. The school serves approximately 4 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,141, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 4 students, Columbia Academy Anchor Program is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, Columbia Academy Anchor Program offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 4 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- 900 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
- Phone
- (763) 528-4540
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Location
900 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Academy Anchor Program may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, COLUMBIA ACADEMY (rated 4.0/10). For more schools in Columbia Heights, see our Columbia Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LITTLE VOYAGEURS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 0.4 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Anchor Columbia Heights | 0.5 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Transition Program Columbia Heights | 0.5 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Columbia Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Virtual Heights Secondary Columbia Heights | 0.5 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| North Park School for Innovation Fridley | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary Columbia Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary Columbia Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle Columbia Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Bultum Academy Columbia Heights | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH Fridley | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Fridley | 1.4 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Special Education S Fridley | 1.6 mi | — |
| Voluntary Prekindergarten School Fridley | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| GLOBAL ACADEMY New Brighton | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,141
Median Home Value
$260,500
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
31,051
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Columbia Academy Anchor Program has a median household income of $75,141. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,500, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Park Rapids Virtual Academy Middle Park Rapids, MN | — |
| WASECA MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Waseca, MN | — |
| WRIGHT TECHNICAL CENTER ALC MIDDLE Buffalo, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Academy Anchor Program
What grades does Columbia Academy Anchor Program serve?
Columbia Academy Anchor Program serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Columbia Academy Anchor Program?
Columbia Academy Anchor Program has an enrollment of approximately 4 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Academy Anchor Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Academy Anchor Program is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Columbia Academy Anchor Program?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Columbia Academy Anchor Program has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Columbia Academy Anchor Program a charter school?
No, Columbia Academy Anchor Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia Academy Anchor Program a Title I school?
No, Columbia Academy Anchor Program is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,515/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Columbia Heights). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 4
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Phone
- (763) 528-4540
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 3,420
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,617
Other Schools in This District
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