Needs Improvement
#2106 of 2,221 schools in MO
Shepard Blvd. Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
2616 SHEPARD BLVD, Columbia, MO 65201
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,106 of 2,221
In Columbia
#33 of 33
public schools
In district
#33 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
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Shepard Blvd. Elem.
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shepard Blvd. Elem.
Shepard Blvd. Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Shepard Blvd.
Elem. serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Shepard Blvd. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,106 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Shepard Blvd. Elem. show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Shepard Blvd. Elem. — Students at Shepard Blvd. Elem. score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.1/10.
How Shepard Blvd. Elem. Compares
See how Shepard Blvd. 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
2616 SHEPARD BLVD, Columbia, MO 65201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shepard Blvd. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW HAVEN ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW HAVEN ELEM. Columbia | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| THOMAS BENTON ELEM. Columbia | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH Columbia | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 3.0 mi | — |
| ANN HAWKINS GENTRY MID. SCHOOL Columbia | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 3.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,177
Median Home Value
$229,300
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
49,811
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
32.5%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
35%
Median Age
23.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVA ELEM. Ava, MO | 3.6 |
| HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 3.6 |
| LAUREL HILLS ELEM. Raytown, MO | 3.6 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence, MO | 3.6 |
| WYLAND ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.6 |
| BRENNAN WOODS ELEM. High Ridge, MO | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shepard Blvd. Elem.
What grades does Shepard Blvd. Elem. serve?
Shepard Blvd. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shepard Blvd. Elem.?
Shepard Blvd. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepard Blvd. Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Shepard Blvd. Elem. is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shepard Blvd. Elem. rank in MO?
Shepard Blvd. Elem. ranks #2,106 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Shepard Blvd. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Shepard Blvd. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Shepard Blvd. Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shepard Blvd. Elem. has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Shepard Blvd. Elem. a charter school?
No, Shepard Blvd. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shepard Blvd. Elem. a Title I school?
No, Shepard Blvd. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shepard Blvd. Elem.?
68.9% of students at Shepard 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3660
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #33 of 33
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