Needs Improvement
#2572 of 2,846 schools in PA
Columbia MS Taylor Campus
Middle School · Columbia Borough SD
45 N 9th St, Columbia, PA 17512
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,572 of 2,846
In Columbia
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Columbia Borough SD
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Columbia MS Taylor Campus
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About Columbia MS Taylor Campus
Columbia MS Taylor Campus is a public middle school in Columbia, PA, part of Columbia Borough SD. Columbia MS Taylor Campus serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia MS Taylor Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,572 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia MS Taylor Campus show 14% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Columbia MS Taylor Campus — Students at Columbia MS Taylor Campus score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
How Columbia MS Taylor Campus Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
45 N 9th St, Columbia, PA 17512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia MS Taylor Campus may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eastern York MS (rated 5.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Wrightsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Donegal JHS (rated 5.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Mount Joy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbia MS Hill Campus (rated 4.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Park El Sch Columbia | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Columbia HS Columbia | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbia MS Hill Campus Columbia | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL Columbia | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PROSPECT GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Columbia | 2.2 mi | — |
| Wrightsville El Sch Wrightsville | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Farmdale El Sch Mount Joy | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SONLIGHT RIVER BRETHREN SCHOOL Mount Joy | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Donegal Intermediate School Marietta | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Donegal JHS Mount Joy | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Donegal Primary School Mount Joy | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Donegal HS Mount Joy | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Eastern York HS Wrightsville | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Eastern York MS Wrightsville | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SUSQUEHANNA WALDORF SCHOOL Marietta | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Mountville El Sch Mountville | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| THE JANUS SCHOOL Mount Joy | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Canadochly El Sch East Prospect | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| KRAYBILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Mount Joy | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,130
Median Home Value
$221,100
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
18,235
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Area JHS Mount Pleasant, PA | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh South Brook 6-8 Pittsburgh, PA | 3.8 |
| Rommelt El Sch South Williamsport, PA | 3.8 |
| Conwell Russell MS Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia, PA | 3.9 |
| Everett Area MS Everett, PA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia MS Taylor Campus
What grades does Columbia MS Taylor Campus serve?
Columbia MS Taylor Campus serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Columbia MS Taylor Campus?
Columbia MS Taylor Campus has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia MS Taylor Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia MS Taylor Campus is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia MS Taylor Campus rank in PA?
Columbia MS Taylor Campus ranks #2,572 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Columbia MS Taylor Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia MS Taylor Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 MS Taylor Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia MS Taylor Campus has 14% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
Is Columbia MS Taylor Campus a charter school?
No, Columbia MS Taylor Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia MS Taylor Campus a Title I school?
No, Columbia MS Taylor Campus is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (717) 684-4010
Resources & Links
District
Columbia Borough SD- District Enrollment
- 1,265
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,768
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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