Columbia High School vs Columbia Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 205 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia High School
Burbank · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
Columbia Middle School
Burbank · Public middle · Grades 6–8
174 students
| Measure | Columbia High School Burbank, Washington | Columbia Middle School Burbank, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #286 of 333 | #298 of 363 |
| National rank | #12191 of 16,910 | #10917 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 235 | 174 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 174 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 27% |
| city | Burbank | Burbank |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.0 vs 34.7).
- •Columbia Middle School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Columbia High School does better on reading proficiency (54.5% vs 42%).
- •Columbia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.9% vs 59.2%).
- •Columbia Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 19.6).
- •Columbia High School is the larger school with 235 students compared with 174.
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 Columbia High School better than Columbia Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Columbia High School and Columbia Middle School?
About 205 m in a straight line, between Burbank and Burbank in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High School: 235. Columbia Middle School: 174. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High School and Columbia Middle School rank in Washington?
Columbia High School is 286th of 333 and Columbia Middle School is 298th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).