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Southern Columbia MS
PublicMiddleGrades 5–8
810 Southern Drive, Catawissa, PA 17820 · (570) 356-3400 · Part of Southern Columbia Area School District
Students
367
Students per teacher
14:1
Setting
Rural
Grades
5–8
What stands out about Southern Columbia MS
- Math proficiency 6 pts below the state
- Reading / language arts 6 pts above the state
- Enrollment down 13% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency31%
State average 37.3%
Reading / language arts61%
State average 55%
Location
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810 Southern Drive, Catawissa
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 578
Grade 698
Grade 785
Grade 8106
Enrollment over time
422’20
420’21
401’22
382’23
367’24
Down 13% since 2020.
Who goes here
White 95%Hispanic 2%Two or more races 2%Black <1%Asian <1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.