Very Good
#773 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 35% in state
John Ridgeway Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
107 E SEXTON, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#773 of 2,221
In Columbia
#15 of 33
public schools
In district
#15 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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John Ridgeway Elem.
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Ridgeway Elem.
John Ridgeway Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. John Ridgeway Elem. serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John Ridgeway Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for John Ridgeway Elem. show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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John Ridgeway Elem. — Students at John Ridgeway Elem. score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 6.7/10.
How John Ridgeway Elem. Compares
See how John Ridgeway 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
107 E SEXTON, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Ridgeway Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 0.9 mi | — |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.1 mi | — |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| THOMAS BENTON ELEM. Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BLUE EYE ELEM. Blue Eye, MO | 7.0 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia, MO | 7.0 |
| CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO | 7.0 |
| EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO | 7.0 |
| GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge, MO | 7.0 |
| KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Ridgeway Elem.
What grades does John Ridgeway Elem. serve?
John Ridgeway Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Ridgeway Elem.?
John Ridgeway Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Ridgeway Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at John Ridgeway Elem. is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Ridgeway Elem. rank in MO?
John Ridgeway Elem. ranks #773 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is John Ridgeway Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
John Ridgeway Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 John Ridgeway Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Ridgeway Elem. has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Ridgeway Elem. a charter school?
No, John Ridgeway Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Ridgeway Elem. a Title I school?
No, John Ridgeway Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Ridgeway Elem.?
17.2% of students at John Ridgeway 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3550
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #15 of 33
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