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#1325 of 2,221 schools in MO
Blue Ridge Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
3700 WOODLAND DR, Columbia, MO 65202
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,325 of 2,221
In Columbia
#22 of 33
public schools
In district
#22 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Blue Ridge Elem.
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About Blue Ridge Elem.
Blue Ridge Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Blue Ridge Elem. serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,325 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Blue Ridge Elem. show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Blue Ridge Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Blue Ridge Elem. — Students at Blue Ridge Elem. score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 7.0/10.
How Blue Ridge Elem. Compares
See how Blue Ridge Elem. 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
3700 WOODLAND DR, Columbia, MO 65202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blue Ridge Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS BENTON ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTER FOR EARLY LRNING-NORTH Columbia | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN B. LANGE MIDDLE Columbia | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE CTR. Columbia | 1.8 mi | — |
| ALPHA HART LEWIS Columbia | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF BOONE COUNTY Columbia | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| THOMAS BENTON ELEM. Columbia | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.4 mi | — |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 3.5 mi | 3.6 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,740
Median Home Value
$202,300
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
47,543
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIA ELEM. Imperial, MO | 5.9 |
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| CEDAR CREEK ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 5.9 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.9 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville, MO | 5.9 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRESENTATION SCHOOL Lee'S Summit, MO | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blue Ridge Elem.
What grades does Blue Ridge Elem. serve?
Blue Ridge Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blue Ridge Elem.?
Blue Ridge Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Elem. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blue Ridge Elem. rank in MO?
Blue Ridge Elem. ranks #1,325 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Blue Ridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Blue Ridge Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Ridge Elem. has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Blue Ridge Elem. a charter school?
No, Blue Ridge Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blue Ridge Elem. a Title I school?
No, Blue Ridge Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blue Ridge Elem.?
76.1% of students at Blue Ridge Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3580
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #22 of 33
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