Columbia Academy
School Notes Overview:
Columbia Academy is a private school providing exceptional care and instruction for children. Columbia Academy recognized a need for an enriched Junior Kindergarten program designed for children who do not meet the Maryland State Department of Education acceptance date for Kindergarten. Our goal is to teach children how to learn. The Columbia Academy's philosophy is to provide students with educational tools and experiences that will stimulate their desire to learn while fostering respect for human values, which will help them become productive citizens in the classroom as well as the real world. Through academics and play, we encourage students to recognize the importance of making appropriate social choices and having and demonstrating respect for individuals. Good communication skills are the foundation for solid relationships with peers, teachers, and family. ...
School Overview:
Columbia Academy |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | ||
| Year Founded | 1991 | ||
| County | Howard County, MD | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 325 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(MD) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | n/a | 31% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Pre-K - 36 students | |||
| Kind - 36 students | |||
| Grade 1 - 36 students | |||
| Grade 2 - 36 students | |||
| Grade 3 - 36 students | |||
| Grade 4 - 36 students | |||
| Grade 5 - 30 students | |||
| Grade 6 - 26 students | |||
| Grade 7 - 25 students | |||
| Grade 8 - 28 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 24 teachers | ||
| Classroom dress code | Formal (Official school uniform) |
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This School |
(MD) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 170 days | 177 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | Mar. 15 / Apr. 30 / rolling | ||
| Tuition Notes | Please visit our website for the exact tuition for the grade you are looking for. | ||
| Head of School | Tracy Underwood | ||
| Admissions Director | Tracy Underwood | ||
| Admissions Associate | Colleen Bakhsh/Elementary Scho | ||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 8 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Boy Scouts | Cub Scouts | ||
| Drama Club | Girl Scouts | ||
| Middle School Girls Club | School Store | ||
| Student Government | Wrestling | ||
School Notes:
- Columbia Academy is a private school providing exceptional care and instruction for children. Columbia Academy recognized a need for an enriched Junior Kindergarten program designed for children who do not meet the Maryland State Department of Education acceptance date for Kindergarten. Our goal is to teach children how to learn. The Columbia Academy's philosophy is to provide students with educational tools and experiences that will stimulate their desire to learn while fostering respect for human values, which will help them become productive citizens in the classroom as well as the real world. Through academics and play, we encourage students to recognize the importance of making appropriate social choices and having and demonstrating respect for individuals. Good communication skills are the foundation for solid relationships with peers, teachers, and family.
- Profile last updated: 01/15/2009
In the News:
- Riverdale outlasts Central (Columbia Daily Herald)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 06:29:33 am
MURFREESBORO — Riverdale’s depth proved to be the difference as the Warriors pulled away in the final four minutes for a 67-55 win over Columbia Central’s boys in a Hall of Champions game Tuesday. - Sports briefs: Parklane tallies four hardcourt victories; Trio pace South Pike past Franklin County; Refuge calls off ... (McComb Enterprise-Journal)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 10:06:58 am
Parklane tallies four hardcourt victories Parker Moore scored 29 points to lead the Parklane Academy Pioneers to a 65-52 victory over Columbia Academy in boys’ basketball action Tuesday night. - Mission possible (The Leaf Chronicle)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 11:19:15 am
Fresh off a 26-7 record and an appearance in the Class-A state tournament last year, the Clarksville Academy Cougars would appear to be riding high in District 10-A. A strong postseason run is all but a given again this season, right? - Liberty heading to Tip-Off finals (Shelbyville Times-Gazette)
posted on November 6, 2009 at 03:16:31 pm
Liberty Middle continues its torrid play through the early part of the basketball schedule. The Lady Patriots got 12 points from Olivia Calvert to help them to a 34-10 victory over Forrest Middle in... - Parker: Late Series losing luster (Shelbyville Times-Gazette)
posted on November 5, 2009 at 04:16:32 pm
Make no mistake about it, this year's World Series was entertaining and the most competitive version in six years with the Yankees ending the decade the way they started it -- on top. Their defeat of...
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (21046) | School Zip (21046) |
(MD) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 15,074 people | 5,296,486 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 67% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 34 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.5 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $73,181 | $56,460 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.9 rooms | 6.1 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 24 years old | 40 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (21046) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 69% / 31% | 65% / 35% |
School Map:
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