Elementary Schools in Columbia 93

The Columbia 93 school district in Missouri is home to 22 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The data reveals a diverse set of schools with varying levels of academic performance, student demographics, and resource allocation.

Several schools stand out as top performers in the district, including Midway Heights Elementary, Fairview Elementary, and Mill Creek Elementary. These schools rank among the top 166th, 151st, and 136th elementary schools in Missouri, respectively, and boast strong test scores, low free/reduced lunch rates, and 4-star ratings from SchoolDigger. In contrast, schools like Alpha Hart Lewis, Shepard Blvd. Elementary, and Derby Ridge Elementary have significantly lower test scores and higher rates of economically disadvantaged students.

The data also reveals significant performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools in the Columbia 93 district, with a correlation between student demographics and academic achievement. Schools with higher percentages of minority and low-income students tend to have lower test scores, suggesting that equity and access to resources may be key priorities for the district. The wide range in spending per student, from $11,501 to $16,675, further highlights the potential impact of funding and resource allocation on student outcomes.