Excellent
#19 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 5% of private schools
Columbia Independent School
School
1801 N STADIUM BLVD, Columbia, MO 65202
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#19 of 399
In Columbia
#1 of 10
public schools
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Columbia Independent School
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About Columbia Independent School
Columbia Independent School is a private school in Columbia, MO. Columbia Independent School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Independent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Columbia Independent School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Columbia Independent School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Columbia Independent School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Columbia Independent School (this school) | 8.3 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. | 7.6 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE | 9.0 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. | 4.1 |
| PARKADE ELEM. | 7.0 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL | — |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. | 7.6 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. | 8.9 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. | 7.0 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH | 5.2 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. | 7.9 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH | 4.2 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| THOMAS BENTON ELEM. | 7.3 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem | 6.9 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. | 5.0 |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| CENTER FOR EARLY LRNING-NORTH | 5.4 |
| JOHN B. LANGE MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Columbia
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1801 N STADIUM BLVD, Columbia, MO 65202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Independent School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, HERITAGE ACADEMY (rated 3.6/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. Columbia | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE Columbia | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 1.9 mi | — |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.8 mi | — |
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 2.3 mi | — |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 2.7 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 |
|---|---|
| VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 8.6 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia, MO | 8.6 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin, MO | 7.8 |
| AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester, MO | 9.3 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT O'Fallon, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Independent School
What grades does Columbia Independent School serve?
Columbia Independent School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Columbia Independent School?
Columbia Independent School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Independent School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Independent School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Columbia Independent School rank in MO?
Columbia Independent School ranks #19 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Columbia Independent School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Independent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Columbia Independent School a private school?
Yes, Columbia Independent School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Columbia Independent School a religious school?
No, Columbia Independent School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Phone
- (573) 777-9250
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