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Columbus Elementary School

Public | K-5 & ungraded | 513 students

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5 stars

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Posted March 12, 2013

We were redistricted and it turned out to be a blessing in disguise. My children are flourishing at Columbus. They love all of their teachers. We are yet to have a bad experience there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 26, 2009

It's a special place! Everyone is pleasant. This includes administrators, staff and students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 22, 2009

I am the school nurse and I see first hand how great all of the Columbus staff, parents, and students are. Not only are they focused on the academics but basic values, social skills and school spirit. It's all about the whole student and family. Of course, health plays a huge part in all of this and the nurses are wonderful too.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

Columbus is more like a family & a community. The parents really pull together to make things happen for the kids at this school. The staff is phenomenal. And the Principal & Vice Principal make it a point to know each and every child. Great efforts are made by all at this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

The staff is the best in the city. We are like a castle in the sky.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 21, 2009

Great teachers and a great principal, what more could you want? Oh ya, more state and federal funding!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

Columbus School is the best school in Massachusetts because we have fabulous and caring children, supportive and loving families and a very dedicated staff
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 21, 2009

We have an enthusiastic, diverse group of students who try their hardestevery day. The parents are very supportive of the school. The administration works well with faculty, students, and families to make a caring learning community for all.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 8, 2009

The staff is great. Everyone is so friendly and supportive, in and out of school.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 3, 2009

Mrs Yaeger is most friendly and caring. She welcomes all the students by there names. Always at the drop off area. Feel very secure.


Posted October 3, 2009

The Columbus has a wonderful community made up of a richly diverse student population, involved parents, and a wonderful staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 9, 2008

Our son is in 1st Grade at the Columbus and he loves it. His teacher is wonderful and he it totally engaged in school life and afterschool clubs. They do a great job!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 24, 2008

My children are entering 3rd and 1st grade at the Columbus. Since Kindergarten we have only had positive experiences. The faculty is wonderful and we couldn't ask for a better school for our children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 29, 2007

We are thrilled with the Columbus School. Our son's kindergarten teacher is excellent. The principal and assistant principal are very engaged. The curriculum is great and the extra curricular activities are wonderful as well. We were a little worried about the Medford Schools, but we couldn't be happier!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 18, 2006

This is a wonderful school. We will miss Mrs. Barry who retired this past year but we welcome Mrs Yaegar and hope she can fill Mrs Barry's shoes. Clean and brand new this school has wonderful teachers and the kids are treated with respect. No complaints at all!
—Submitted by donna, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 61% in 2011.

65 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
50%
Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

65 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
46%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 53% in 2011.

73 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
34%

2010

 
 
50%

2009

 
 
61%

2008

 
 
45%
Math

The state average for Math was 47% in 2011.

72 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
41%

2010

 
 
57%

2009

 
 
47%

2008

 
 
46%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 67% in 2011.

86 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
56%

2008

 
 
55%
Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2011.

86 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
47%

2010

 
 
48%

2009

 
 
43%

2008

 
 
59%
Science

The state average for Science was 50% in 2011.

86 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
59%

2008

 
 
61%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students55%
Female63%
Male48%
African American60%
Asiann/a
Hispanic42%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White53%
Economically disadvantaged53%
Not economically disadvantaged59%
Students with disabilities17%
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students54%
Female53%
Male55%
African American60%
Asiann/a
Hispanic42%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White50%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Not economically disadvantaged58%
Students with disabilities22%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students34%
Female34%
Male34%
African American0%
Asiann/a
Hispanic18%
Multiracialn/a
White45%
Economically disadvantaged14%
Not economically disadvantaged52%
Students with disabilities0%
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students41%
Female28%
Male49%
African American8%
Asiann/a
Hispanic30%
Multiracialn/a
White50%
Economically disadvantaged24%
Not economically disadvantaged55%
Students with disabilities10%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students72%
Female79%
Male63%
African American78%
Asiann/a
Hispanic61%
Multiracialn/a
White68%
Economically disadvantaged69%
Not economically disadvantaged77%
Students with disabilities44%
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students47%
Female44%
Male50%
African American50%
Asiann/a
Hispanic38%
Multiracialn/a
White42%
Economically disadvantaged47%
Not economically disadvantaged47%
Students with disabilities28%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students46%
Female46%
Male44%
African American36%
Asiann/a
Hispanic46%
Multiracialn/a
White42%
Economically disadvantaged45%
Not economically disadvantaged47%
Students with disabilities24%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 55% 70%
Black 16% 8%
Hispanic 16% 14%
Asian 8% 5%
Two or more races 5% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 45%N/A31%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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37 Hicks Ave
Medford, MA 02155
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Phone: (781) 393-2177

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