Central Columbia MS vs Shikellamy MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 39 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
Shikellamy MS
Northumberland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
588 students
| Measure | Central Columbia MS Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania | Shikellamy MS Northumberland, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #108 of 521 | #428 of 521 |
| National rank | #2197 of 15,369 | #11258 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 587 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 587 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.8% | 111.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 35% |
| city | Bloomsburg | Northumberland |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Columbia MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 33.2).
- •Central Columbia MS does better on math proficiency (59% vs 35%).
- •Central Columbia MS does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 56%).
- •Central Columbia MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.8% vs 111.6%).
- •Central Columbia MS does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.4).
- •Shikellamy MS is the larger school with 588 students compared with 587.
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 Shikellamy MS?
On the Success Index (US), Central Columbia MS ranks higher (75.9 vs 33.2 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 Shikellamy MS?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Bloomsburg and Northumberland in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Columbia MS: 587. Shikellamy MS: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Columbia MS and Shikellamy MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Columbia MS is 108th of 521 and Shikellamy MS is 428th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).