Columbia Junior High School

Fife School District
2901 54th Avenue E
Tacoma, WA 98424
565 Students
Secondary School 8th - 9th
School Overview
Columbia Junior High School, located at 2901 54th Avenue E in Tacoma, Washington, serves as a key academic institution within the Fife Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the middle-grade levels, focusing on building a strong foundation in core subjects while preparing them for the transition to high school. By emphasizing academic excellence, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to their community.

Beyond the classroom, Columbia Junior High encourages student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that cater to diverse interests. The school leverages its partnership with the broader Fife community to provide resources and opportunities that enhance the educational experience. With a commitment to inclusivity and student success, Columbia Junior High maintains a focus on communication between faculty, students, and families to ensure that every student has the support necessary to thrive during their junior high years.
565
Total Students
30.3
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    232 (41.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    144 (25.5 %)
  • Asian
    64 (11.3 %)
  • Two or More
    45 (8.0 %)
  • Black
    44 (7.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    30 (5.3 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Secondary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Fife School District
Phone: (253)517-1600
Website: http://cjh.fifeschools.com
Grade Range: 8th - 9th
Total Students: 565
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 265
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 86

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 8 291
Grade 9 274
Gender Ratio
Nearby Secondary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Curtis Junior High
University Place School District
911 Students
3725 Grandview Drive West
UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98466 (9.3 miles away)
Secondary School 8th - 9th