Very Good
#456 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Columbia Middle School
Middle School · Berkeley Heights School District
345 PLAINFIELD AVE, Berkeley Hts, NJ 07922
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#456 of 2,466
In Berkeley Hts
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Berkeley Heights School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Columbia Middle School
Middle School in Berkeley Hts · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbia Middle School
Columbia Middle School is a public middle school in Berkeley Hts, NJ, part of Berkeley Heights School District. Columbia Middle School serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #456 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia Middle School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Columbia Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Columbia Middle School — Students at Columbia Middle School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Columbia Middle School Compares
See how Columbia Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
345 PLAINFIELD AVE, Berkeley Hts, NJ 07922
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. New Providence Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Providence), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Valley View School (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Watchung), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Berkeley Hts, see our Berkeley Hts schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Kay McMillin Early Childhood Center Berkeley Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Thomas P. Hughes School Berkeley Hts | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| FLEXSCHOOL Berkeley Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| FLEX SCHOOL Berkeley Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Mountain Park School Berkeley Hts | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| William Woodruff School Berkeley Hts | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BERKELEY HEIGHTS Berkeley Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bayberry School Watchung | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Allen W. Roberts School New Providence | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Gillette Elementary School Gillette | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SUMMIT SPEECH SCHOOL New Providence | 2.1 mi | — |
| New Providence High School New Providence | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| New Providence Middle School New Providence | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Watchung Hills Regional High School Warren | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Valley View School Watchung | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Woodland School Warren | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE AT WARREN Warren | 2.8 mi | — |
| East End School North Plainfield | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Dewitt D. Barlow Elementary School Plainfield | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Stony Brook School North Plainfield | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07922 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,006
Median Home Value
$697,000
Median Rent
$1,986/mo
Population
11,971
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
95.9%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
48.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belhaven Middle School Linwood, NJ | 7.8 |
| Black River Middle School Chester, NJ | 7.8 |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 1 Little Falls, NJ | 7.8 |
| Pine Brook School Manalapan, NJ | 7.8 |
| Red Bank Middle School Red Bank, NJ | 7.8 |
| Veterans Middle School North Arlington, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Middle School
What grades does Columbia Middle School serve?
Columbia Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Columbia Middle School?
Columbia Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia Middle School rank in NJ?
Columbia Middle School ranks #456 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Columbia Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia Middle School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Columbia Middle School a charter school?
No, Columbia Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia Middle School a Title I school?
No, Columbia Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia Middle School?
2.1% of students at Columbia Middle School 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
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.5%
- Phone
- (908) 464-1600
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Heights School District- District Enrollment
- 2,441
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,242
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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