Very Good
#333 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 15% in state
Beulah Ralph Elementary
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
5801 S. Highway KK, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#333 of 2,221
In Columbia
#9 of 33
public schools
In district
#9 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Beulah Ralph Elementary
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About Beulah Ralph Elementary
Beulah Ralph Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Beulah Ralph Elementary serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Beulah Ralph Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #333 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Beulah Ralph Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Beulah Ralph Elementary — Students at Beulah Ralph Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Beulah Ralph Elementary Compares
See how Beulah Ralph Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5801 S. Highway KK, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beulah Ralph Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 5.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 3.9 mi | — |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| ANN HAWKINS GENTRY MID. SCHOOL Columbia | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH Columbia | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ROCK BRIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. Columbia | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE Columbia | 5.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 5.3 mi | — |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 5.6 mi | 4.1 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 5.6 mi | 7.9 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 6.2 mi | 3.6 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 6.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,442
Median Home Value
$319,100
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
59,663
College Educated
64.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BECKY-DAVID ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.9 |
| DONALD D. SIEGRIST ELEM. Platte City, MO | 7.9 |
| LONG ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.9 |
| PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley, MO | 7.9 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Ozark, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beulah Ralph Elementary
What grades does Beulah Ralph Elementary serve?
Beulah Ralph Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Beulah Ralph Elementary?
Beulah Ralph Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beulah Ralph Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Beulah Ralph Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beulah Ralph Elementary rank in MO?
Beulah Ralph Elementary ranks #333 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Beulah Ralph Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Beulah Ralph Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beulah Ralph Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beulah Ralph Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Beulah Ralph Elementary a charter school?
No, Beulah Ralph Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beulah Ralph Elementary a Title I school?
No, Beulah Ralph Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beulah Ralph Elementary?
19.4% of students at Beulah Ralph Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3400
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #9 of 33
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