Central Columbia MS vs Memorial El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Columbia MS
Bloomsburg · Public middle · Grades 5–8
587 students
Memorial El Sch
Bloomsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
405 students
| Measure | Central Columbia MS Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania | Memorial El Sch Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #108 of 521 | #922 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #2197 of 15,369 | #22237 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 587 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 587 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.8% | 66.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 37% |
| city | Bloomsburg | Bloomsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Columbia MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 54.2).
- •Central Columbia MS does better on math proficiency (59% vs 37%).
- •Central Columbia MS does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 61%).
- •Central Columbia MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.8% vs 66.9%).
- •Memorial El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.7).
- •Central Columbia MS is the larger school with 587 students compared with 405.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Columbia MS better than Memorial El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Central Columbia MS ranks higher (75.9 vs 54.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Columbia MS and Memorial El Sch?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Bloomsburg and Bloomsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Columbia MS: 587. Memorial El Sch: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Columbia MS and Memorial El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Columbia MS is 108th of 521 and Memorial El Sch is 922nd of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).