Excellent
#229 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 10% in state
Mill Creek Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
2200 NIFONG BLVD, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#229 of 2,221
In Columbia
#5 of 33
public schools
In district
#5 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mill Creek Elem.
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mill Creek Elem.
Mill Creek Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Mill Creek Elem. serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mill Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mill Creek Elem. show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mill Creek Elem. — Students at Mill Creek Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 9.3/10.
How Mill Creek Elem. Compares
See how Mill Creek 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
2200 NIFONG BLVD, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mill Creek Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ANN HAWKINS GENTRY MID. SCHOOL Columbia | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 2.2 mi | — |
| BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY Columbia | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH Columbia | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCK BRIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 3.3 mi | — |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. Columbia | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE Columbia | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 3.9 mi | 4.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| CEDAR SPRINGS ELEM. House Springs, MO | 8.2 |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 8.2 |
| Discovery Elementary St. Charles, MO | 8.2 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. West Plains, MO | 8.2 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 8.2 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. Cameron, MO | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mill Creek Elem.
What grades does Mill Creek Elem. serve?
Mill Creek Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mill Creek Elem.?
Mill Creek Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mill Creek Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mill Creek Elem. is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mill Creek Elem. rank in MO?
Mill Creek Elem. ranks #229 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mill Creek Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mill Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Mill Creek Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mill Creek Elem. has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mill Creek Elem. a charter school?
No, Mill Creek Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mill Creek Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mill Creek Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mill Creek Elem.?
20.5% of students at Mill Creek 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
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3280
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #5 of 33
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