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#466 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 21% in state

Russell Blvd. Elem.

Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93

1800 W ROLLINS RD, Columbia, MO 65203

Enrollment

469

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#466 of 2,221

In Columbia

#11 of 33

public schools

In district

#11 of 33

COLUMBIA 93

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Russell Blvd. Elem.

7.6/10

Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Russell Blvd. Elem.

Russell Blvd. Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Russell Blvd.

Elem. serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Russell Blvd. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Russell Blvd. Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,936
Chronic Absenteeism8.7%

Russell Blvd. Elem. — Students at Russell Blvd. Elem. score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
60%
ELA
58.1%
2025
Math
59%
ELA
62.5%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Russell Blvd. Elem. Compares

See how Russell Blvd. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in MO
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1800 W ROLLINS RD, Columbia, MO 65203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Russell Blvd. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 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
COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia 0.4 mi 5.8
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia 1.0 mi 6.5
FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia 0.9 mi 8.9
COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia 1.0 mi
WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia 1.1 mi 4.1
LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia 1.0 mi
OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia 1.3 mi 5.5
MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. Columbia 1.4 mi 7.6
ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia 1.5 mi 7.9
SMITHTON MIDDLE Columbia 1.6 mi 9.0
COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia 2.0 mi 8.3
JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia 1.9 mi 7.0
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia 1.8 mi 7.9
FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia 1.8 mi 4.2
HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia 2.2 mi 3.6
MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia 2.6 mi 8.2
JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia 2.1 mi 8.6
DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia 2.2 mi 5.2
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia 2.1 mi 5.6
PARKADE ELEM. Columbia 2.4 mi 7.0

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
ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO 7.6
BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO 7.6
BOWLING GREEN ELEM. Bowling Green, MO 7.6
CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 7.6
DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 7.6
DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield, MO 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Russell Blvd. Elem.

What grades does Russell Blvd. Elem. serve?

Russell Blvd. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Russell Blvd. Elem.?

Russell Blvd. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Russell Blvd. Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Russell Blvd. Elem. is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Russell Blvd. Elem. rank in MO?

Russell Blvd. Elem. ranks #466 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Russell Blvd. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Russell Blvd. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Russell Blvd. Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Russell Blvd. Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Russell Blvd. Elem. a charter school?

No, Russell Blvd. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Russell Blvd. Elem. a Title I school?

No, Russell Blvd. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Russell Blvd. Elem.?

20.3% of students at Russell Blvd. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Boone County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

District

COLUMBIA 93
District Enrollment
18,769
Schools in District
36
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,936
District Rank
#11 of 33

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