Very Good
#774 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 35% in state
Parkade Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
111 PARKADE BLVD, Columbia, MO 65202
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#774 of 2,221
In Columbia
#16 of 33
public schools
In district
#16 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Parkade Elem.
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Parkade Elem.
Parkade Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Parkade Elem. serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkade Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #774 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Parkade Elem. show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% 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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Parkade Elem. — Students at Parkade Elem. score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 7.7/10.
How Parkade Elem. Compares
See how Parkade 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
111 PARKADE BLVD, Columbia, MO 65202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkade Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 0.1 mi | — |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 1.6 mi | — |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| THOMAS BENTON ELEM. Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTER FOR EARLY LRNING-NORTH Columbia | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO | 7.0 |
| CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO | 7.0 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 7.0 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.0 |
| EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO | 7.0 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkade Elem.
What grades does Parkade Elem. serve?
Parkade Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Parkade Elem.?
Parkade Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkade Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkade Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkade Elem. rank in MO?
Parkade Elem. ranks #774 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Parkade Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Parkade 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 Parkade Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkade Elem. has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Parkade Elem. a charter school?
No, Parkade Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkade Elem. a Title I school?
No, Parkade Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkade Elem.?
62.2% of students at Parkade 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
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3630
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #16 of 33
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